Citroen C5 Aircross 2018 vs Lexus UX 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Citroen C5 Aircross) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Lexus UX) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 131 HP | 171 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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Lexus UX is a more dynamic driving. Citroen C5 Aircross engine produces 40 HP less power than Lexus UX, but torque is 95 NM more than Lexus UX. Due to the lower power, Citroen C5 Aircross reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.1 | 5.8 | |
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The Citroen C5 Aircross is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Citroen C5 Aircross consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Lexus UX, which means that by driving the Citroen C5 Aircross over 15,000 km in a year you can save 255 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1290 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| Citroen C5 Aircross gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 186 mm (7.3 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Citroen C5 Aircross can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Citroen C5 Aircross version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 300'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C5 Aircross engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Combo, Citroen Berlingo, Opel Grandland | Used also on Toyota RAV4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C5 Aircross might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.67 m | 1.52 m | |
| Citroen C5 Aircross and Lexus UX are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 580 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen C5 Aircross is 0.5 metres less than that of the Lexus UX, which means Citroen C5 Aircross can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`020 kg | 1`980 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`430 kg | 1`460 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 590 kg | 520 kg | |
| Citroen C5 Aircross load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem more than Lexus UX. Therefore, Citroen C5 Aircross is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Lexus UX scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 24 000 | |
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