Lexus UX 2018 vs Citroen C5 Aircross 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 171 HP | 131 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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Lexus UX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus UX engine produces 40 HP more power than Citroen C5 Aircross, but torque is 25 NM less than Citroen C5 Aircross. Thanks to more power Lexus UX reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 5.2 | |
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The Citroen C5 Aircross is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus UX consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C5 Aircross, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus UX could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 810 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| Citroen C5 Aircross gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | 186 mm (7.3 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: | 300'000 km | 350'000 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: | 7 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Toyota RAV4 | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus UX engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Citroen C5 Aircross 2018 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen C5 Aircross 2018 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.67 m | |
| Lexus UX and Citroen C5 Aircross are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 580 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus UX is 0.5 metres more than that of the Citroen C5 Aircross, which means Lexus UX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 1`940 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Lexus UX scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 32 200 | 24 000 | |
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