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C5 Aircross vs Harrier

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

C5 Aircross
Price Range

₹37.32 lakh

Mileage

17.5 km/l (ARAI)

Diesel • 1 TrimsOpen model
VS
Tata Motors

Harrier

Harrier
Price Range

₹13 lakh – ₹26.11 lakh

Mileage

Not published

Petrol / Diesel • 56 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“C5 Aircross takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in overall balance and value. While Harrier remains a capable contender, C5 Aircross offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose C5 Aircross if:

  • Families looking for good ground clearance, solid safety, and enough cabin space for highway road trips.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
C5 Aircross

177 PS @ 3750 rpm

400 Nm @ 2000 rpm

Harrier

169.9 PS

280 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:Published mileage only
C5 Aircross

17.5 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Harrier

Not published

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Citroen

C5 Aircross

Listed items₹3,42,857
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,42,857
Tata Motors

Harrier

Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹23.32 lakh(Harrier lower)

Shine

DW10 FC, 1997 cc • Automatic • 17.5 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹37.32 lakh

Smart

1956 cc • Manual •

Ex-Showroom₹14 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

C5 Aircross
Harrier
Engine TypeDiffers
C5 Aircross:1997 cc Diesel
Harrier:1498 cc, 1956 cc
Max PowerDiffers
C5 Aircross:177 PS @ 3750 rpm
Harrier:169.9 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
C5 Aircross:400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Harrier:280 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
C5 Aircross:Automatic
Harrier:Manual, Automatic
Fuel OptionsDiffers
C5 Aircross:Diesel
Harrier:Petrol, Diesel
Claimed MileageDiffers
C5 Aircross:17.5 km/l (ARAI)
Harrier:—
C5 Aircross
Harrier
SeatingDiffers
C5 Aircross:—
Harrier:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
C5 Aircross:230 mm
Harrier:—
Boot SpaceDiffers
C5 Aircross:580 Litres (Expandable to 720L / 1630L)
Harrier:445 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
C5 Aircross:52 Litres
Harrier:50 litres
Body Type
C5 Aircross:SUV
Harrier:SUV
C5 Aircross
Harrier
AirbagsDiffers
C5 Aircross:—
Harrier:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.