Citroen C5 Aircross vs 2026 Toyota Hilux
Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 7 Oct 2026.
Citroen C5 AircrossShine · ₹37.32 Lakh
2026 Toyota HiluxGX 4x2 AT · ₹31.99 LakhWhat's different
On the versions picked above
Price
C5 Aircross: ₹37.32 Lakh
Hilux: ₹31.99 Lakh (ahead)
Hilux ₹5.33 lakh cheaper
Airbags
C5 Aircross: 6 airbags
Hilux: 7 airbags (ahead)
No crash ratings yet
Mileage
C5 Aircross: 17.5 kmpl
Hilux: Not published
Claimed
Power
C5 Aircross: 174 bhp
Hilux: 204 hp (ahead)
Torque 400 vs 500 Nm
Versions
C5 Aircross: 1
Hilux: 3 (ahead)
Pick the Hilux for the lower price, more airbags, more power and more versions.
Spec by spec
Price
Ex-showroom
₹37.32 Lakh
₹31.99 Lakh
On-road in
₹42.5 Lakh
₹36.5 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹71,409 a month
₹61,327 a month
Headline figures
Powertrain
Diesel, automatic
Diesel, automatic
Power
174 bhp
204 hp
Torque
400 Nm
500 Nm
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Mileage
17.5 kmpl
Not published
Vehicle Details
Body Type
Flagship Premium Luxury SUV
Not listed
Seating Capacity
5 Seats (3 Independent Rear Seats)
Not listed
Engine & Performance
Fuel Type
Diesel
Not listed
Displacement
1,997 cc (2.0L)
Not listed
Engine Config
2.0L DW10 FC 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel with Common Rail Injection
Not listed
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) with Grip Control (Standard, Sand, Mud, Snow, ESP Off)
Not listed
0-100
9.6 sec
Not listed
Top Speed
211 km/h
Not listed
Transmission & Hybrid
Transmission
8-Speed Efficient Automatic Transmission (EAT8 with Shift-by-Wire)
Not listed
Gears
8
Not listed
Paddles
Yes (Steering-mounted paddles)
Not listed
Hybrid
None
Not listed
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc (340 mm)
Not listed
Rear Brakes
Solid Disc (290 mm)
Not listed
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions (PHC) Suspension with Hydraulic Bump Stops
Not listed
Rear Suspension
Twist Beam with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions (PHC) Suspension
Not listed
Wheel Type
18-inch Pulsar Diamond-Cut Bicolour Alloy Wheels
Not listed
Tyre Size
235/55 R18 Michelin Primacy 3ST Tubeless Radial
Not listed
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Steel Spare Wheel
Not listed
Dimensions & Capacities
Length
4,500 mm
Not listed
Width
1,969 mm (2,099 mm with mirrors)
Not listed
Height
1,710 mm
Not listed
Wheelbase
2,730 mm
Not listed
Ground Clearance
230 mm (unladen)
Not listed
Kerb Weight
1,685 kg
Not listed
Boot Space
580 Litres (expandable to 720L with sliding rear seats / 1,630 L folded)
Not listed
Fuel Tank
52.5 Litres
Not listed
Turning Radius
5.35 m
Not listed
Safety & ADAS
NCAP Rating
4 stars, Euro NCAP (2019). Adult occupant 33.4/38, child occupant 42.6/49. Euro NCAP ratings last six years, and this one expired on 1 January 2026.
Not listed
Airbags
6 Airbags (Dual front, front side, curtain airbags)
Not listed
ESP/TC
Yes (Electronic Stability Control, Advanced Grip Control, Hill Descent Control, Hill Start Assist, ABS with EBD)
Not listed
ADAS
Level 1 (Blind Spot Information System, Coffee Break Alert, Driver Attention Alert, Cruise Control with Speed Limiter, Park Assist Plus)
Not listed
Camera
Reversing Camera with Top Rear Vision 180° & Front/Rear Parking Sensors
Not listed
TPMS
Yes (Indirect TPMS)
Not listed
ISOFIX
Yes (ISOFIX on front passenger & 2 rear outer seats)
Not listed
Interior & Infotainment
Touchscreen
10.0-inch High-Definition Capacitive Touchscreen Infotainment with Citroën Connect Navigation
Not listed
Digital Cluster
12.3-inch Full Digital Customizable TFT Instrument Cluster
Not listed
CarPlay/Android Auto
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto (Wired/Wireless via dongle)
Not listed
Connected Tech
MyCitroën App Telematics with Geo-fencing, Navigation & Vehicle Status
Not listed
Audio System
6-Speaker Acoustic Sound System with Arkamys Digital Sound Processing
Not listed
Sunroof
Panoramic Electric Glass Sunroof with Electric Blind & Anti-Pinch
Not listed
Seat Features
Citroën Advanced Comfort Seats in Black Nappa Leather with 8-Way Power Adjustment, Memory & Multi-Point Massage for Driver
Not listed
Climate Control
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Quality System (AQS)
Not listed
Wireless Charger
Yes (Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charger in center console)
Not listed
Lighting & Exterior
Headlights
Vision 360 Full LED Headlamps with Single-Piece Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights
Not listed
Tail Lights
3D Full LED Dark-Tinted Taillights with 4 Oblong Modules
Not listed
Fog/DRLs
Front LED Cornering Fog Lamps & Integrated LED DRLs
Not listed
Colours & Warranty
Standard Warranty
3 Years / 1,00,000 km (Extendable up to 5 Years / 1,50,000 km)
Not listed
Service Interval
12 Months / 15,000 km
Not listed
Engine & Transmission
Engine Type
Not listed
2.8L Diesel
Displacement
Not listed
2,755 cc
No. of Cylinders
Not listed
4
Transmission Type
Not listed
Automatic
Gearbox
Not listed
6-Speed AT
Drive Type
Not listed
4x4
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
Not listed
Diesel
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not listed
80 Litres
Emission Norm Compliance
Not listed
BS VI 2.0
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension
Not listed
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Not listed
Leaf Spring
Steering Type
Not listed
Electric
Turning Radius
Not listed
6.3 m
Front Brake Type
Not listed
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not listed
Drum
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
Not listed
5,320 mm
Width
Not listed
1,855 mm
Height
Not listed
1,815 mm
Wheelbase
Not listed
3,085 mm
Seating Capacity
Not listed
5
Comfort & Convenience
Parking Sensors
Not listed
Front & Rear
Drive Modes
Not listed
3
Interior
Upholstery
Not listed
Fabric
Exterior
Alloy Wheels
Not listed
17-inch
LED Fog Lamps
Not listed
Front & Rear
Safety
No. of Airbags
Not listed
7
NCAP Rating
Not listed
Not tested in this form. The better-equipped Hilux sold in Australia scored 5 stars from ANCAP (2025). The Australian truck adds a centre airbag and driver-assist systems that India's Hilux does not have, and part of its score depends on them.
Entertainment & Communication
Touchscreen Size
Not listed
12.3-inch
Android Auto
Not listed
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Not listed
Wireless
No. of Speakers
Not listed
8
Choice
Versions
1 version
3 versions
Price range
₹37.32 Lakh
₹31.99 Lakh – ₹36.69 Lakh
Colours
4 colours
6 colours
Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.
Same engine and gearbox, closest price
Pick a pair to compare those two versions
Diesel, automatic
Shine₹37.32 Lakh VX 4x4 AT₹36.69 Lakh Hilux ₹63,400 lessOn-road price by city
C5 Aircross Shine against Hilux GX 4x2 AT
| City | C5 Aircross | Hilux | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹43.43 Lakh | ₹37.3 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.13 lakh less |
| Pune | ₹43.43 Lakh | ₹37.3 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.13 lakh less |
| New Delhi | ₹42.5 Lakh | ₹36.5 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.00 lakh less |
| Bengaluru | ₹44.62 Lakh | ₹38.32 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.29 lakh less |
| Chennai | ₹45.38 Lakh | ₹38.98 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.40 lakh less |
| Hyderabad | ₹45.4 Lakh | ₹39 Lakh | Hilux ₹6.40 lakh less |
Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the C5 Aircross or the Hilux?
The Hilux, by ₹5.33 lakh on the versions compared here: C5 Aircross Shine at ₹37.32 Lakh against Hilux GX 4x2 AT at ₹31.99 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹42.5 Lakh against ₹36.5 Lakh.
Which is safer?
The C5 Aircross: 4 stars, Euro NCAP 2019 (rating now expired). The Hilux: not tested in this form; the better-equipped Hilux sold in Australia scored 5 stars (ANCAP 2025). The C5 Aircross has 6 airbags and the Hilux 7 airbags.
Which is more powerful?
The C5 Aircross Shine makes 174 bhp and 400 Nm and the Hilux GX 4x2 AT makes 204 hp and 500 Nm.
Which is bigger?
The Hilux is 820 mm longer.
What is the EMI on each?
About ₹71,409 a month for the C5 Aircross and ₹61,327 for the Hilux, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.
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