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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross vs Skoda Elroq
Selected trimYOU! Comfort RangeChange trim322 mi · 79.9 kWh · £34,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C5 Aircross leads on value for money and charging speed, while the Skoda Elroq leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
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 Skoda Elroq if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Elroq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCitroën
Citroën
7.2
Skoda
6.3
Motorway RangeSkoda
Citroën
3.6
Skoda
4.6
Family
Citroën
7.2
Skoda
7.2
Too close to call
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
5.5
Skoda
2.1
Cost Per MileSkoda
Citroën
2.8
Skoda
8.2
City DrivingSkoda
Citroën
4.1
Skoda
6.6
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
- 42 miles more WLTP range
- 95 litres more boot space
- 55 kW faster rapid charging
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,065 | £33,970 (better) |
| Official range | 322 miles (better) | 280 miles |
| Boot space | 565 L (better) | 470 L |
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
Skoda Elroq
Length
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross4,652mm
Skoda Elroq4,488mm-164mm
Width
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,936mm
Skoda Elroq1,884mm-52mm
Height
Citroën ë-C5 Aircross1,692mm
Skoda Elroq1,625mm-67mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,652 mm | 4,488 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,936 mm | 1,884 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,148 mm |
| Height | 1,692 mm | 1,625 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 9.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 464 mm spare | 516 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C5 AircrossYOU! Comfort Range | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 565 L (better) | 470 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1580 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C5 Aircross YOU! Comfort Range |  Skoda Elroq SE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.65m | 4.49m-164mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.88m-52mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.15m |
| Height | 1.69m | 1.63m-67mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.79m | 2.77m-30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 565L (better) | 470L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1580L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 9.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,184kg (better) | 2,457kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 79.9kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 322 mi (better) | 280 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 105kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,065 | £33,970 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,565 (-£1,500) | £32,470 (-£1,500) (better) |
| 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 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 322 miles (better) | 280 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 224 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 105 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | 170 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 73.7 kWh (better) | 58 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 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.9 sec | 8.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 157 kW (better) | 140 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 310 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
YOU! Comfort Range
Skoda Elroq
SE L 60
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Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
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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 - Skoda Elroq SE L 60
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist78%
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 | Skoda ElroqSE L 60 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Skoda Elroq?
The Skoda Elroq is £95 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Elroq is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 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 two land within £255 of each other - effectively the same to own. 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 Skoda Elroq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 224 miles for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross and 234 miles for the Skoda Elroq - 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 Skoda Elroq?
The Skoda Elroq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 52 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 516 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Elroq and about 464 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross. The Skoda Elroq also turns in a 1.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C5 Aircross or the Skoda Elroq?
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 Skoda Elroq. 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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