French automotive giant Citroën has achieved another important success with its ambitious model, the second generation C5 Aircross, which will be offered for sale in Türkiye in a short time. In this context, the new C5 Aircross was selected as one of the seven finalists for the 2026 European Car of the Year (COTY) award. The COTY jury, consisting of 59 expert automotive journalists from 23 European countries, appreciated the unique and remarkable character of the new C5 Aircross in the C-SUV segment. The new Citroën C5 Aircross, which stands out as a large and versatile living space that meets the needs of families by offering different types of energy as well as its more modern, safer and more comfortable structure, draws attention with its hybrid and electric motor options with a range of up to 520 km.
Citroën, one of the most established manufacturers in automotive history with its innovative and high-tech models that prioritize comfort, continues to achieve significant success with the new C5 Aircross, its large-volume SUV model that it is preparing to offer for sale in Türkiye. The new C5 Aircross, the most striking car in its segment, took its place among the “strongest” candidates in the European Car of the Year competition. In this context, Citroën announced that the new C5 Aircross was selected as one of the 7 finalists among 35 candidates for the 2026 European Car of the Year award, one of the most prestigious automotive awards in Europe.
The comprehensive development of the C5 Aircross impressed the jury!
The “European Car of the Year” award, given by COTY since 1963, is given by a jury consisting of 59 automotive journalists from 23 European countries. Regardless of size or segment, all models are evaluated in the same category. The jury selects the model that makes a difference in their market area. Each jury member evaluates the models against stringent criteria such as innovation, design, comfort, safety, performance, value for money and contribution to sustainable development. At this point, the COTY jury was impressed by the comprehensive development of the new C5 Aircross, which brought a completely new breath to the intensely competitive C-SUV segment and reached a completely new dimension.
This award is also of great importance as it is a proof of the work of Citroën teams and the superior features of the new generation C5 Aircross. Offering families a more confident and modern style, the new Citroën C5 Aircross remains true to its promise of comfort and innovation, promising the most suitable electric powertrain solutions, more space in the vehicle and more safety. Its strong and muscular design continues to look stylish and fluid, but it includes many features and solutions to improve aerodynamics. Designed in accordance with the Citroën philosophy, the new C5 Aircross offers a comfortable travel experience with its spacious interior, generous space in the second row of seats and the same large luggage volume regardless of engine type. The driver and his passengers enjoy a real high-tech living space with its progressive hydraulic suspension, Advanced Comfort seats and a modern front console with an intuitive and ergonomic 13″ vertical touch screen. In addition, the new C5 Aircross offers an improved driving experience and greater safety thanks to updated driving support systems such as Citroën Matrix LED headlights and the Drive Assist package.
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