Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volkswagen Tiguan vs Jeep Compass

CarWale brings you comparison of Citroen C5 Aircross, Volkswagen Tiguan and Jeep Compass. The Citroen C5 Aircross price is Rs. 39.99 Lakh, Volkswagen Tiguan price is Rs. 35.17 Lakh and Jeep Compass price is Rs. 18.99 Lakh. The Citroen C5 Aircross is available in 1997 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel, Volkswagen Tiguan is available in 1984 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Jeep Compass is available in 1956 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel. C5 Aircross provides the mileage of 17.5 kmpl and Tiguan provides the mileage of 12.65 kmpl.

C5 Aircross vs Tiguan vs Compass Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	C5 Aircross	Tiguan	Compass
Price	Rs. 39.99 Lakh	Rs. 35.17 Lakh	Rs. 18.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1997 cc	1984 cc	1956 cc
Power	174 bhp	187 bhp	172 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (TC)	Automatic (DCT)	Manual
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol	Diesel

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Citroen C5 Aircross

Shine Dual Tone

Rs. 39.99 Lakh

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Volkswagen Tiguan

Elegance 2.0 TSI DSG

Rs. 35.17 Lakh

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Jeep Compass

Sport 2.0 Diesel

Rs. 18.99 Lakh

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Citroen C5 Aircross

Shine Dual Tone

Volkswagen Tiguan

Elegance 2.0 TSI DSG

Jeep Compass

Sport 2.0 Diesel

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)			11.98
Engine	1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1956 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	DW10FC	2.0 TSI	2.0 Multijet II
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	174 bhp @ 3750 rpm	187 bhp @ 4200-6000 rpm	172 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	400 Nm @ 2000 rpm	320 Nm @ 1500-4100 rpm	350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	17.5View Mileage Details	12.65View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	919	759
Drivetrain	FWD	4WD / AWD	FWD
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And Rebound	Independent Suspension with Coil Spring	McPherson Strut with Lower Control Arm
Rear Suspension	Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression	Independent Suspension by Four-link Axle	Multi Link Suspension with Strut Assembly
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.35	5.39	5.7
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Alloy	Space Saver	Space Saver
Front Tyres	235 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R18	225 / 60 R17
Rear Tyres	235 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R18	225 / 60 R17

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	4 Star (Euro NCAP)	5 Star (Euro NCAP)	Not Tested
Blind Spot Detection
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Pedestrian)	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

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

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	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)	12 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	4 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, headrest up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric + Leatherette	Leather	Fabric
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Individual	Bench	Bench
Ventilated Seats		Front only
Ventilated Seat Type		Heated
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Metropolitan Grey / Graphite	Black	Black and Grey
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat		40:20:40 split	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count		30
Headlights	LED	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Active
Taillights	LED	LED	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED	Halogen
Ambient Interior Lighting		Multi-colour
Puddle Lamps
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver	Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless	Wired	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Wired	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10	8	8.4
Gesture Control
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6	8	4
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

Eclipse Blue with Black Roof	Nightshade Blue	Brilliant Black
Cumulus Grey with Black Roof	Deep Black	Techno Metallic Green
Pearl White with black Roof	Dolphin Grey	Galaxy Blue
	Reflex Silver	Grigio Magnesio Grey
	Kings Red	Exotica Red
	Oryx White	Silvery Moon
	Pure White	Pearl White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.3/5

6 Ratings

4.7/5

13 Ratings

4.2/5

23 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.4Exterior	4.9Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.6Comfort	4.8Comfort	4.7Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.8Performance	4.7Performance
	3.9Fuel Economy	3.8Fuel Economy	4.3Fuel Economy
	4.0Value for Money	4.6Value for Money	4.3Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

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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Best looking,best comfortable,best mileage,solid body, low maintenance expenses and a best car for family in proper budget .For a status symbol for family members Volkswagen is best.

Wonderful experience

A great driving experience I had with the Jeep Compass. Either off-road or smooth road, you will feel great comfort next to luxury. Smooth drive even on rough stretches. Loaded with a variety of features.

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C5 Aircross vs Tiguan vs Compass Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Citroen C5 Aircross, Volkswagen Tiguan and Jeep Compass?

Citroen C5 Aircross price is Rs. 39.99 Lakh, Volkswagen Tiguan price is Rs. 35.17 Lakh and Jeep Compass price is Rs. 18.99 Lakh. Hence Jeep Compass is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of C5 Aircross compared to Tiguan and Compass?

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. For the Elegance 2.0 TSI DSG variant, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Tiguan produces 187 bhp @ 4200-6000 rpm of power and 320 Nm @ 1500-4100 rpm of torque. For the Sport 2.0 Diesel variant, 1956 cc Diesel engine of Compass produces 172 bhp @ 3750 rpm of power and 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm of torque.

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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Volkswagen Tiguan vs Jeep Compass

Length (mm)	4500	4509	4405
Width (mm)	1969	1839	1818
Height (mm)	1710	1665	1640
Wheelbase (mm)	2730	2679	2636
Kerb Weight (kg)	1685	1703

Doors (Doors)	5	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	580	615
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	52.5	60	60

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive		Torque-On-Demand
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control
Differential Lock		Electronic

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

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage

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

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)		Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	4	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	100000	100000	100000