Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line

Should you buy Citroen C5 Aircross or Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line? 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 Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts Rs 49 Lakh ex-showroom for 2.0L TSI (Petrol). C5 Aircross has 1997 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Tiguan R-Line has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C5 Aircross has a mileage of 17.5 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Tiguan R-Line has a mileage of 12.58 kmpl (Petrol top model).

C5 Aircross Vs Tiguan R-Line

Key Highlights	Citroen C5 Aircross	Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
On Road Price	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.56,57,064^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1997	1984
Transmission	Automatic	Manual

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Rs39.99 Lakh^*
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Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
Rs49 Lakh^*
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Citroen C5 Aircross
Shine Dual Tone
39.99 Lakh^*
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Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
2.0L TSI
49 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	Shine Dual Tone	2.0L TSI
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.47,22,299^*	Rs.56,57,064^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.89,889/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,07,670/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,83,434	Rs.2,18,175
User Rating	4.2 Based on 86 Reviews	5 Based on 1 Review
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Basic Information

Shine Dual Tone

2.0L TSI

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.47,22,299^*

Rs.56,57,064^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.89,889/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,07,670/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,83,434

Rs.2,18,175

User Rating

4.2

Based on 86 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	DW10 FC	2.0 L TSI
Displacement (cc)	1997	1984
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174.33bhp@3750rpm	201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@2000rpm	320Nm@1500-4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Gearbox	8-Speed	-
Drive Type	FWD	-
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

DW10 FC

2.0 L TSI

Displacement (cc)

1997

1984

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

174.33bhp@3750rpm

201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	17.5	12.58
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	52.5	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	-
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	-
Rear Brake Type	Disc	-
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	18	-
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	18	-
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Tilt & Telescopic

Front Brake Type

Disc

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4500	4539
Width (mm)	1969	1859
Height (mm)	1710	1656
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	176
Wheel Base (mm)	2730	2680
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	1758
Grossweight (kg)	2060	2300
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	-	652
Seating Capacity	5
Boot Space (Litres)	580	-
No. of Doors	5	-
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	-
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	3 Zone
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	-
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	-
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Lumbar Support	Yes	Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	-
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	Yes	-
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	No
Luggage Hook And Net	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	-
Massage Seats	-	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	-
Autonomous Parking	-	Semi
Drive Modes	2	-
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco & Sport	-
Air Conditioner	Yes	-
Heater	Yes	-
Adjustable Steering	Yes	-
KeyLess Entry	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	-
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

3 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Tachometer	Yes	-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	-
Interior Lighting	-	Ambient light
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	-
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.29	10
Upholstery	Leatherette	-
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Interior

Photo Comparison

Front Air Vents

Steering Wheel

DashBoard

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Glove Box

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Pearl White With Black RoofEclipse Blue With Black RoofPearl WhiteCumulus Grey With Black RoofCumulus GrayPearl Nera BlackEclipse Blue+2 MoreC5 Aircross Colours	Nightshade Blue MetallicPersimmon Red MetallicOryx White Mother Of Pearl EffectGrenadilla Black MetallicOyster Silver MetallicCipressino Green Metallic+1 MoreTiguan R-Line Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	-
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	-
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	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	-
Fog Lights	Front & Rear	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	-
Boot Opening	Electronic	-
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	Yes	-
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	-
Tyre Size	235/55 R18	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless,Radial	-
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

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

Nightshade Blue MetallicPersimmon Red MetallicOryx White Mother Of Pearl EffectGrenadilla Black MetallicOyster Silver Metallic+1 MoreTiguan R-Line Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Rain Sensing Wiper

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	-
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	9
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	-	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	-
Knee Airbags	-	Driver
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	-
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	-
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	Yes	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Anti Theft Alarm

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	No
Audio System Remote Control	-	No
MirrorLink	-	No
Integrated 2DIN Audio	-	No
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	No
USB And Auxiliary Input	-	No
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	No
Wifi Connectivity	-	No
Compass	-	No
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10	15
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	No
Apple Car Play	Yes	No
No. of Speakers	6	-
Additional Features	Mirror Screen (Apple Carplay™ And Android Auto) - Smartphone Connectivity	-
Usb Ports	Yes	-
Rear Touchscreen	-	No
Speakers	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
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- R-Line seats give you a good driving position and are comfortable and supportive.
- Massage function is good
- Spacious and practical with plenty of room, lots of cubby holes and charging options.
- Dual wireless charging up front is a great feature.
- Interior quality, fit, finish is among the best in class.
- Tech is impressive with a 15-inch touch screen and digital drivers dash and HUD too.
- Powerful turbo petrol is engaging and suspension set up gives you the best of both words - comfortable and sporty when you want it to be.

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
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line
- Features set has some misses like keyless entry, powered and ventilated front seats.
- Fuel efficiency of the large turbo-petrol engine in traffic and when driven with a heavy right foot can drop.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?

A ) Citroen C5 Aircross price starts at ₹ 39.99 Lakh & Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line price starts at ₹ 49 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen C5 Aircross is cheaper between these two cars.

Q ) Which car has good mileage Citroen C5 Aircross and Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line?

A ) The mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5 kmpl & the mileage of Tiguan R-Line is 12.58 kmpl. Citroen C5 Aircross gives better mileage than Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line.

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