The original C5 Aircross sold on comfort, space and value. This MK2 version remains comfortable and spacious, keeping its value emphasis. But ramps up style and technology quite a lot; there's now far more of a 'want one' factor. You might have felt a bit frumpy parking the MK1 model at the gym, but there are no such issues with this, its successor. You'd have to seriously consider it if you were looking at the other mainstream Stellantis Group alternatives in this segment - the Vauxhall Grandland, the Peugeot 3008 or the Jeep Compass - because it has all the same engineering and is significantly better value.
Not everything is great of course. We'd have sacrificed quite a lot of this MK2 model's trendiness to keep the previous version's individual rear seats and sliding bench. And, as before, this Citroen won't suit those who prioritise press-on driving dynamics. If you can live with those two caveats though, there's lots to like here and this car stands out as a result. As it very much needs to.

Waterfall screen with 3D nav, DAB+, 6 speakers, 13" touch screen, wireless apple carplay/android auto and bluetooth +  Natural voice recognition

10" digital instrument cluster with customisable zones and colour schemes

Multifunction leather effect steering wheel with gloss black decor with shift paddles

Head curtain airbags covering rows 1 and 2 (left and right)

3 point isofix mountings on rear outer seats

Anti theft alarm with perimetric and volumetric protection, plus tilt sensor

8 colour ambient interior lighting - Dashboard, tweeters, front door panels, under waterfall screen

Chilled central storage box with opening central armrest

3 x 12V power outlet front, rear and boot + 4 x backlit USB Type C sockets 2 x front passengers and 2 x rear passagers

Rear Bench with 40/20/40 split folding backrest

Dark tinted tailgate and rear side windows

Automatic dual zone air conditioning with central air vents for rear passengers and anti allergy filter

LED headlights with LED daytime running lights

Automatic headlights with welcome and goodbye lighting

Front parking sensors and 180 degree rear camera

Electric heated and folding door mirrors with LED approach lighting

Electrochrome auto dimming interior rear view mirror

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NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

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Citroen C5 Aircross

1.2 Hybrid 145 Plus 5dr Auto