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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money and charging speed, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Toyota bZ4X if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
7.2
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
Citroën
3.6
Toyota
4.9
Family
Citroën
7.2
Toyota
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
Citroën
2.8
Toyota
8.8
City Driving
Citroën
4.1
Toyota
4.2
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
- £5,930 cheaper
- 46 miles more WLTP range
- 113 litres more boot space
- 32 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 (better) | £39,995 |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 276 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 452 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
Toyota bZ4X
Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm-38mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm-76mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm-42mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 452 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.69m+38mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.86m-76mm |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.65m-42mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.85m+55mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 177mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 452L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg | 1,870kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 57.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 276 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 (better) | £39,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £39,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 276 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles | 230 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh (better) | 54 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.6 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Toyota bZ4X worth the extra £5,930 over the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross?
The Toyota bZ4X costs £5,930 more than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 46 miles more WLTP range, 113 litres more boot space and 32 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Citroën ë-C5 Aircross is £5,930 cheaper to buy. The Toyota bZ4X is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £184 for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross comes out roughly £5,730 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 76 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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