BMW X1 vs Citroen C5 Aircross

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW X1 and Citroen C5 Aircross. The BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh and Citroen C5 Aircross price is Rs. 39.99 Lakh. The BMW X1 is available in 1499 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Citroen C5 Aircross is available in 1997 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. X1 provides the mileage of 16.35 kmpl and C5 Aircross provides the mileage of 17.5 kmpl.

X1 vs C5 Aircross Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	X1	C5 Aircross
Price	Rs. 49.90 Lakh	Rs. 39.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1499 cc	1997 cc
Power	134 bhp	174 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic (TC)
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

Rs. 49.90 Lakh

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Citroen C5 Aircross

Shine Dual Tone

Rs. 39.99 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

Citroen C5 Aircross

Shine Dual Tone

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	9.2
Engine	1499 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine	DW10FC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm	174 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm	400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	16.35View Mileage Details	17.5View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	834	919
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Single-joint Spring-strut Axle	Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And Rebound
Rear Suspension	Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper	Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	5.35
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	225 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R18
Rear Tyres	225 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R18

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)	4 Star (Euro NCAP)
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Purifier
Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All	Electronic - Internal Only
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		2

Lighting

Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED	LED
Ambient Interior Lighting
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Black
Scuff Plates	Metallic	Metallic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.7	10
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	12	6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	6 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down, lumbar up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Fabric + Leatherette
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Individual
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Mesheffect/Pearl Chrome	Metropolitan Grey / Graphite
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Digital	Digital

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Black Sapphire Metallic	Eclipse Blue with Black Roof
	M Portimao Blue Metallic	Cumulus Grey with Black Roof
	Storm Bay Metallic	Pearl White with black Roof
	Space Silver Metallic
	Alpine White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.5/5

14 Ratings

4.1/5

7 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.4Exterior
	4.4Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.1Performance	4.3Performance
	4.1Fuel Economy	3.6Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	3.8Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

BMW x1 review

It's a very good car having both interior and exterior nice designs and very comfortable, smooth, good mileage. Just go for it without any doubt. I'm sure will be never disappointed by this car.

Comfort at its best

Pros: Comfortable, well Engineered car with stunning looks. Easy to drive on city roads and performs well on highways. Cons: Lacks basic features like ventilated and all-powered seats.

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X1 vs C5 Aircross Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW X1 and Citroen C5 Aircross?

BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh and Citroen C5 Aircross price is Rs. 39.99 Lakh. Hence Citroen C5 Aircross is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between X1 and C5 Aircross is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, mileage of X1 is 16.35kmpl and for the Shine Dual Tone variant, mileage of C5 Aircross is 17.5kmpl. Thus making C5 Aircross the most fuel efficient as compared to X1

Q: How is the performance of X1 compared to C5 Aircross?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, 1499 cc Petrol engine of X1 produces 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm of power and 230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm of torque. For the Shine Dual Tone variant, 1997 cc Diesel engine of C5 Aircross produces 174 bhp @ 3750 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 2000 rpm of torque.

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BMW X1 vs Citroen C5 Aircross

Length (mm)	4500	4500
Width (mm)	1845	1969
Height (mm)	1630	1710
Wheelbase (mm)	2692	2730
Kerb Weight (kg)		1685

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)		580
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	51	52.5

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic	Panoramic
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000	100000