Citroen C5 Aircross Price in Nepal 2026

The C5 Aircross is versatile in its powertrain offerings. The high-torque diesel variant features a 2.0-liter (1,997 cc) BlueHDi engine. The more modern Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and Turbo-petrol versions utilize the 1.6-liter (1,598 cc) PureTech four-cylinder engine. For 2026, a new 1.2-liter mild-hybrid system is also available, optimizing urban fuel consumption via a 48V architecture.

The 2.0L diesel engine produces 177 bhp (180 PS) at 3,750 rpm. In contrast, the Plug-in Hybrid variant combines a 180 hp petrol engine with an 80 kW electric motor to deliver a total system output of 225 hp, providing a more silent and rapid acceleration profile.

Torque is the hallmark of the C5 Aircross Diesel, peaking at 400 Nm from just 2,000 rpm, making it an ideal long-distance cruiser. The PHEV provides a combined 360 Nm, with the electric motor offering instantaneous pull from a standstill.

Unlike the smaller C3, the C5 Aircross primarily utilizes an Inline 4-cylinder configuration for its main engines. This ensures greater refinement, lower vibration, and the necessary thermal efficiency required for a vehicle of this mass.

Both the 2.0L Diesel and 1.6L Petrol engines utilize a Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) setup with 16 valves. This allows for Variable Valve Timing (VVT) in the petrol units, optimizing efficiency across the entire rev range.

The diesel variant uses a high-pressure Common Rail system for precise combustion. The petrol and hybrid variants use Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) combined with a twin-scroll turbocharger to minimize lag and maximize fuel atomization.

The PHEV is the performance leader, sprinting to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds. The 2.0L diesel is slightly more measured, completing the task in 9.6 seconds, reflecting its tuning for mid-range efficiency rather than standing starts.

The aerodynamic SUV body allows for a top speed of 219 km/h in the 1.6L variants. The diesel is capped slightly lower at 201 km/h. In pure EV mode, the PHEV can reach up to 135 km/h before the combustion engine engages.

All flagship variants are equipped with the EAT8 (Efficient Automatic Transmission 8-speed) developed with Aisin. It features "Quickshift" technology for seamless transitions and a shift-by-wire "e-Toggle" selector on the center console.

The C5 Aircross is Front-Wheel Drive (FWD). However, it compensates for the lack of 4WD with "Grip Control" technology, which optimizes front-wheel traction for Snow, Mud, and Sand via sophisticated electronic braking interventions.

At 4.5 meters, the C5 Aircross sits in the heart of the C-SUV segment, offering a footprint that is easy to park while providing significant presence on the road.

One of the best in its class, the 230 mm ground clearance allows the C5 Aircross to traverse deep ruts and off-road obstacles that would stop most "soft-roaders."

Standard safety includes 6 airbags: dual front, front side-impact, and full-length curtain airbags, ensuring 360-degree protection for all occupants.

The C5 Aircross achieved a 4-star rating from Euro NCAP. It scored highly in Adult (87%) and Child (86%) occupant protection, though its score was slightly limited by the performance of its standard pedestrian safety systems in older tests.

This is Citroen's proprietary "Flying Carpet" suspension. It adds two hydraulic stops to each corner—one for compression and one for decompression—to eliminate the "bounce" found in traditional rubber stops.

Beyond the suspension, the seats use a specific high-density foam core with a 15mm thickened textured surface foam. This prevents the "sagging" felt after long hours of driving and mimics the feel of a premium home mattress.