Citroen C5 Aircross vs Jeep Meridian

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Jeep Meridian? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at Rs 39.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Shine Dual Tone (Diesel) and Jeep Meridian price starts Rs 24.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Longitude 4x2 (Diesel). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Meridian has 1956 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C5 Aircross has a mileage of 17.5 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the Meridian has a mileage of 12 kmpl (Diesel top model).

C5 Aircross Vs Meridian

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Jeep Meridian
On Road Price	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.45,46,264^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1997	1956
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs39.99 Lakh^*
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Jeep Meridian
Rs38.49 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
39.99 Lakh^*
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Jeep Meridian
Overland 4x4 AT
24.99 - 38.49 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	Overland 4x4 AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.45,46,264^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.86,525/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,83,434	Rs.1,77,649
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	4.3 Based on 150 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

Overland 4x4 AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.47,22,299^*

Rs.45,46,264^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.89,889/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.86,525/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,83,434

Rs.1,77,649

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

4.3

Based on 150 Reviews

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	2.0L Multijet
Displacement (cc)	1997	1956
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	168bhp@3750rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	350Nm@1750-2500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	9-Speed AT
Drive Type	FWD	4WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

2.0L Multijet

Displacement (cc)

1997

1956

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

168bhp@3750rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	-	10
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	60
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage Highway (kmpl)

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

17.5

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

52.5

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	Multi-link suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Leaf spring suspension
Steering Type	-	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

Multi-link suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Leaf spring suspension

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	4769
Width (mm)	1969	1859
Height (mm)	1710	1698
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2782
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	-
Grossweight (kg)	2060	-
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	580	-
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	-	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	-	Yes
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	"Park Assist Pack – (Automatic Parking Guidance For Bay Parking Plus Parallel Parking Entry And Exit),Citroen Advanced Comfort - Suspension With Progressive Hydraulic Cushions,Double-Laminated Front Windows and Acoustic Windshield Glass,Front seats: Driver Seat Electric Adjustment (Height, Fore/Aft And Backrest Angle), Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments (6 Ways: With Height Adjustment),3 Independent Full-Size Rear Seats With Adjustable Recline Angle Rear Three-Point Retractable Seatbelts (x3), With Pre-Tensioners And Force Limiters In The Outer Rear Seats,Front & Rear Seat Headrest (Incl. Center Seat) - Adjustable (2-Ways),Driver And Front Passenger Seat: Back Pocket,Dual Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control,Air Quality System (AQS): Pollen Filter + Activated Carbon Filter + Active Odour Filter,Rear AC Vents (2 Ducts - Left & Right),Cruise Control With Speed Limiter & Memory Settings,Power Window Up/Down Using Remote Key,Automatic Headlight Activation Via Windscreen Mounted Sensor,Electrochromic Inside Rear View Mirror,Front Driver & Passenger Side Vanity Mirror - With Flap & Lamp,Two-Tone Horn,Front Roof Lamp With Welcome LED Lighting And 2 LED Front Spot Lights,Grip Control - Standard, Snow, All Terrain (Mud, Damp Grass etc.), Sand And Traction Control Off,Gear Shift Positions Indicator	Capless Fuel Filler,Coat Hooks for Rear Passengers,AC Controls on Touchscreen,Integrated Centre Stack Display,Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch,Solar Control Glass,MAP Courtesy Lamp in Door Pocket,Personalised Notification Settings & System Configuration
Memory Function Seats	-	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco & Sport	-
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	"Interior Environment(METROPOLITAN BLACK),BLACK CLAUDIA LEATHER + FABRIC ,Height And Reach Adjustable Leather Steering Wheel With 2 Control Zones,Alloy Pedals - Accelarator & Brake Pedals,Stainless Steel Front Citroën Embossed Sill Scuff Plates,Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome,Front Console Armrest - With Cup Holder (LED Illuminated Cup Holder),2 LED Rear Reading Lights,LED Mood Lights - Cluster & Cup Holders,Illuminated Glove Box	Tupelo Vegan Leather Seats,Door Scuff Plates,Overland Badging on Front Seats,Tracer Copper
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	10.2
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leather
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colors	Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus GrayPearl Nera BlackEclipse Blue+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colors	Silver MoonGalaxy BluePearl WhiteBrilliant BlackMinimal GreyTechno Metallic GreenVelvet RedMagnesio Grey+3 MoreMeridian Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Wheels (Two Tone Diamond Cut 'PULSAR' Alloy Wheels),Front Panel: Matte Black Upper Grille,Front Panel: Top & Bottom Brand Emblems Chrome (Chevrons & Barrettes),Body Side Molding - Including Fender,Color Pack (DARK CHROME OR ANODISED ENERGIC BLUE Based on Body Color) Front Bumper / Side Airbump,Glossy Black Outsider Rear View Mirror,Satin Chrome - Window C Signature,Chrome Dual Exhaust Pipes,Roof Bars - Glossy Black with Matt Black Insert,Integrated Spoiler,Opening Panoramic Sunroof,LED Vision Projector Headlamps,3D LED Rear Lamps,LED High Mount Stop Lamp,Magic Wash: Automatic Rain Sensing Wiper With Integrated Windscreen Washers	Body Colour Door Handles,All-Round Chrome Day Light Opening,Dual-Tone Roof,Body Color Lowers & Fender Extensions,New 7-Slot Grille with Chrome Inserts
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Panoramic	Dual Pane
Boot Opening	Electronic	Powered
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	-	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colors

Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus Gray+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colors

Silver MoonGalaxy BluePearl WhiteBrilliant BlackMinimal Grey+3 MoreMeridian Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	-	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	-
Speed Alert	-	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	-	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance	-	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Anti Theft Alarm

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Traffic Sign Recognition

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Advance Internet
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
SOS Button	-	Yes
RSA	-	Yes
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	-	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	-	Yes
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Advance Internet

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

Navigation With Live Traffic

Send POI to Vehicle From App

Google / Alexa Connectivity

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10	10.1
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	6	9
Additional Features	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity	Uconnect Remote Connected Service,In-Vehicle Messaging (Service, Recall, Subscription),OTA-TBM,Radio, Map, and Applications,Remote Clear Personal Settings
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Citroen C5 Aircross
- Quirky styling makes it stand out
- Feels and looks premium inside and out
- Most comfortable SUV of the lot
- Smooth gearbox and powerful diesel engine
- Gets updated features including a 10-inch touchscreen and wireless phone charging
Jeep Meridian
- Looks Premium
- Offers fantastic ride comfort
- Easy and effortless to drive in the city
- Loaded with premium features

Citroen C5 Aircross
- No petrol engine or 4x4 option
- It’s a costly affair
- Misses segment must-haves like ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera
Jeep Meridian
- Narrow cabin width
- Noisy diesel engine
- Third row space not adequate for adults

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Jeep Meridian?

A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹ 39.99 Lakh & Jeep Meridian price starts at ₹ 24.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Jeep Meridian is cheaper between these two cars.

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