Citroen has announced that order books are now open for the new C5 Aircross Hybrid, which becomes the only electrified model available in the current line-up.
Alongside the existing petrol and diesel models, buyers will be able to choose a new plug-in hybrid option which becomes the most powerful and efficient version of the C5 Aircross. It uses the same powertrain as that found in the Vauxhall Grandland X PHEV and Peugeot 3008 Hybrid, too.
Combining a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor and battery, the model produces a combined 222bhp and 320Nm of torque. Its 13.2kWh battery offers an electric range of up to 34 miles, while also enabling some impressive low running costs – returning up to 168mpg, with CO2 emissions of just 32g/km.
Drivers can switch between Electric, Hybrid and Sport driving modes to make the most of the efficiency and power.
It’s available from £35,340 in Flair trim, or £36,815 in Flair Plus trim, and comes with a number of changes to distinguish it from the regular C5 Aircross. On top of the hybrid badging and charging cables included, the model also features keyless entry and start, a multi-arm suspension setup and a custom interface for the instrument cluster and touchscreen. A blue colour pack is also offered.
Through the ‘MyCitroen app’, drivers will also be able to pre-condition their car remotely, while also choosing their preferred times to charge at home to make the most of the lowest energy tariffs.
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While Citroen might have been slow to launch its first hybrid models, the firm says it will offer an all-electric or plug-in hybrid version of every model in its range by 2025.
First deliveries of the Citroen C5 Aircross Hybrid are expected in the middle of the year.
