Citroen C5 Aircross vs Mitsubishi Outlander

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Citroen C5 Aircross
Citroen C5 Aircross

2023 price

Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi Outlander

2026 price

Summary

2023 Citroen C5 Aircross
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 1.6L

Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

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Fuel Efficiency
5.7L/100km (combined)

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Seating
5

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Dislikes
  • Driving is a bit hit or miss
  • Technology will fluster an average user
  • Expensive compared to rivals

  • Engine/CVT combo a bit dull
  • PHEV not here yet
  • Tight third row
2023 Citroen C5 Aircross Summary

Let’s be honest, medium SUVs are the bread and butter of the Aussie new car market and there are a lot of rivals to choose from.

Which is why the Citroen C5 Aircross Sport’s much-needed update is welcomed with open arms, especially since it’s the only model in the range.

It boasts more space than a lot of its rivals but it’s been let down in the past by a sparse safety sheet and older tech.

The facelifted model sees tweaks to the design, safety and tech, making it more of a true competitor against the likes of the Kia Sportage, ever-popular Mazda CX-5 and practical Nissan X-Trail.

But are the changes enough for it to be considered as a family SUV? I’ve been testing it this week with my family of three to find out for you!

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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Summary

In the realm of family friendly mid-size SUVs, few names have the same reputation as Mitsubishi’s Outlander.

While this new one looks almost identical to the previous version, it’s hiding some serious, Australian-flavoured changes under the skin.

But in a segment now full of not only upgraded mainstream rivals, but also new cut-price alternatives from China, does such a modest upgrade to the Outlander do enough to deserve your consideration in such a crowded market?

We went to its Australian launch to find out.

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