Citroen C5 Aircross vs Kia Seltos Comparison
Carbike360 comprehensive Citroen C5 Aircross and Kia Seltos comparison based on price, specifications, fuel efficiency, features, and more.
Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Dual Tone is priced at ₹37.32 Lakh, Kia Seltos HTE 1.5L Petrol MT is priced at ₹11 Lakh.
Citroen C5 Aircross Shine Dual Tone comes with 1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine, Kia Seltos HTE 1.5L Petrol MT comes with 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct fuel distribution engine.
Citroen C5 Aircross vs Kia Seltos Comparison Overview
| Key Highlights | Citroen C5 Aircross | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Capacity | 1997 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct fuel distribution |
| Power | 174 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Manual - 6 Gears |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
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Ex-Showroom Price
37.32 Lakh
11.00 Lakh
EMI
₹68,918
@ 8.5% for 5 years
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₹20,310
@ 8.5% for 5 years
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User Rating
4.1
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NCAP Rating
4
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Doors
5 Doors
5 Doors
Seating Capacity
5 Person
5 Persons
Frunk Storage
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Bootspace
580 litres
447 liters
No of Rows
2 Rows
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Fuel Tank Capacity
52.5 litres
47 liters
Number of Seating Rows
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2 Rows
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
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Engine Type
DW10FC
Smartstream G1.5
Turbocharger / Supercharger
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Pure Electric Driving Mode
Engine
1997 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
1497 Cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Direct Fuel Distribution
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Highway Mileage
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Transmission
Automatic (TC) - 8 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Manual - 6 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
17.5 kmpl
17 Kmpl
Max Motor Performance
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AC Regular Charging
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Driving Range
919 km
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Fuel Type
Diesel
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Range
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Max Engine Torque (Nm@rpm)
400 Nm @ 2000 Rpm
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Electric Motor Assist
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Max Power (bhp@rpm)
174 Bhp @ 3750 Rpm
113 Bhp @ 6300 Rpm
Others
Idle Start/Stop
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City Mileage
—
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Battery Charging
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Battery
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Electric Motor
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Performance on Alternate Fuel
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AC Fast Charging
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DC Fast Charging
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Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) Claimed
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Top Speed
195 kmph
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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
400 Nm @ 2000 Rpm
144 Nm @ 4500 Rpm
Alternate Fuel
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Fuel Type
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Petrol
Turbocharger/Supercharger
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E20 Compatibility
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Direct Start in CNG
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Idle Start/Stop
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Fuel Change Over Switch
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Wheelbase
2730 mm
2690 mm
Width
1969 mm
1830 mm
Length
4500 mm
4460 mm
Ground Clearance
230 mm
190 mm
Ground Clearance (unladen)
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Height
1710 mm
1635 mm
Kerb Weight
1685 kg
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Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut Suspension With Double Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression And Rebound
McPherson Strut With Coil Spring
Steering Type
Power Assisted (Electric)
Power Assisted (Electric) Steering With 3 Spokes
Tyre Construction
Radial - Tubeless
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Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc Brakes
Rear Suspension
Twist Beam Axle With Single Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® - Compression
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) With Coil Spring
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc Brakes
Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Steel Rims
Front Tyres
235 / 55 R18
205 / 65 R16
Spare Wheel
Alloy
Steel (205/65R16), Located In Boot
Rear Tyres
235 / 55 R18
205 / 65 R16
Four Wheel Steering
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.35 metres
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Chassis Type
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Unibody/Monocoque Frame
Tyres
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Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)
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Tyre Inflator
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Rub-strips
Body Kit
Cladding - Body Coloured
Roof-mounted Antenna
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Roof Rails
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
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Body-coloured Bumpers
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Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Sunroof / Moonroof
Panoramic
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Spoiler
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Body-Coloured Bumpers
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Roof Mounted Antenna
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Shark Fin Antenna
Engine Immobiliser
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Child Safety Lock
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Central Locking
Keyless
Keyless
Engine Immobilizer
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Interior Colours
Metropolitan Grey / Graphite
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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
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Front Seatback Pockets
Ventilated Seat Type
Rear Armrest
Headrests
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)
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Driver Armrest
Ventilated Seats
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)
8 Way Manually Adjustable (seat: Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt: Forward / Back, Headrest: Up / Down, Seat Height: Up / Down)
Rear Passenger Seat Type
Individual
Bench
Second Row Seat Adjustment
6 Way Manually Adjustable (seat Forward / Back, Backrest Tilt Forward / Back, Headrest Up / Down)
2 Way Manually Adjustable (headrest: Up / Down)
Interiors
Dual Tone
Dual Tone (Smoky Black & Grey)
Third Row Seat Type
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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Split Rear Seat
Folding Rear Seat
Flat
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
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)
Seat Upholstery
Fabric + Leatherette
Fabric
Rear Parcel Tray
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Lane Departure Prevention
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NCAP Rating
4 Star (Euro NCAP)
Not Tested
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
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Blind Spot Detection
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Rear Middle Head Rest
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High-beam Assist
Seat Belt Warning
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
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Puncture Repair Kit
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Child Seat Anchor Points
Airbags
6 Airbags (Driver, Front 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
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Rear Cross-traffic Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
Overspeed Warning
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
1 Beep Over 80kmph, Continuous Beeps Over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Skid Plate
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Front & Rear
ADAS
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Forward Collision Warning
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Automatic Emergency Braking
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Driver Drowsiness Detection
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Lane Functions
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Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
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Dual Tone Horn
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Reflectors
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Rear Bumper
Rear Defogger
One Touch Up
All
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Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Interior Door Handles Finish
Chrome
Silver
Rain-sensing Wipers
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Door Pockets
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Scuff Plates
Metallic
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Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch Up/down
ORVM Colour
Black
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Exterior Door Handles
Body Coloured
Body Coloured Finish With Flush Fit Handle Type
One Touch Down
All
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Bootlid Opener
Electric Tailgate Release
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Exterior Door Handles Finish
Body Coloured
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Power Windows Position
Front & Rear
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Interior Door Handles
Chrome
Silver
Door Type
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Regular Doors
One Touch - Up
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Driver
One Touch-Down
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Driver
Window Sunshade
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Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)
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Body Coloured Finish ORVM Colour
Adjustable ORVM
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Anti-glare Mirrors
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Manual - Internal Only
Smart Connectivity
Android Auto (Wireless), Apple Car Play (Wireless)
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iPod Compatibility
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Infotainment Screen Size
10 inch
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GPS Navigation System
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Voice Command
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Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Speakers
6
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AUX Compatibility
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Integrated (in-dash) Music System
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Display
Touch-screen Display
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Bluetooth Compatibility
Phone & Audio Streaming
Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
USB Compatibility
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Wireless Charger
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AM/FM Radio
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Touchscreen Size
10 inch
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Android Auto
Wireless
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Head Unit Size
Not Available
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Steering-mounted controls
Infotainment Screen
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10.25 Inch HD Touch-screen Display
Input Methods
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Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming)
Average Speed
Gear Indicator
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Instrument Cluster
Digital
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Trip Meter
2 Trips Electronic
2 Trips Electronic
Distance to Empty
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Clock
Digital
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Door Ajar Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Instantaneous Consumption
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Shift Indicator
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Low Fuel Level Warning
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Instrument Cluster Screen Type
Digital
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Average Fuel Consumption
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Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
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Tachometer
Digital
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Low Battery Warning
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Eco-Drive Illumination
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Heads Up Display (HUD)
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Gear Shift Indicator
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Warranty (In Kilometres)
100000
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Battery Warranty (In Years)
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Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
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Warranty (In Years)
3
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Battery Warranty (Years)
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Warranty (Years)
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3 Years
Warranty (Kilometres)
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100000 Km
Cup Holders Position
Front Only
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Cup Holders
Front Only
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Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Utility Recess On Dashboard
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Front AC
Two Zones, Common Fan Speed Control
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Heater
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear AC
Separate Zone, Vents Behind Front Armrest
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Cruise Control
Anti-glare Mirrors
Electronic - Internal Only
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Air Conditioner- Automatic/Zones
Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone
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Electronic Parking Brake
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
Air Conditioner
Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Manual (Front AC: Single Zone With Fan Speed Control, Second Row AC: Blower With Vents Behind Front Armrest)
12V Power Outlets
2
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Air Purifier
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver & Co-Driver
Co-Driver
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Cabin Boot Access
Parking Assist
Reverse Camera
Reverse Camera With Guidance
Creep Function
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Dashcam
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Reading Lamp
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Puddle Lamps
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Light on Vanity Mirrors
Driver & Co-Driver
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Ambient Interior Count
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Glovebox Lamp
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Rear Reading Lamp
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Fog Lights
LED
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Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Follow Me Home Headlamps
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Cabin Lamps
Front And Rear
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Automatic Headlamps
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Headlights
LED
LED
Cabin Lamps Position
Front And Rear
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Cornering Headlights
Taillights
LED
LED
Headlight Height Adjuster
Ambient Interior Lighting
Tail Lights
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LED
Stop Lamp
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LED
Connected LED
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Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Differential Lock
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Hill Hold Control
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Descent Control
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Four-Wheel-Drive
Brake Sway Control
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Pros And Cons
Citroen C5 Aircross
- ✓Exceptionally comfortable ride quality.
- ✓Spacious and well-cushioned seats, ideal for long-distance travel.
- ✓Premium and distinctive French design inside and out.
- ✓Highly refined 2.0L diesel engine with strong mid-range torque.
- ✓Low cabin noise and excellent NVH levels for a quiet drive.
Kia Seltos
- ✓Multiple engine options including powerful turbo-petrol
- ✓Premium interior with dual 12.3-inch screens
- ✓Great comfort features like ventilated seats & powered driver seat
- ✓Advanced ADAS safety features in the segment
- ✓Strong road presence with updated LED lighting
- ✓Spacious boot and rear seat comfort
- ✓Wide variant lineup for different budgets




