Citroen e-C5 Aircross goes into max relax mode with new range-topping Emerald trim

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New flagship e-C5 Aircross gets new colourways inside and out, along with plenty of new creature comforts.

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George East

11 November 2026, 10:45 GMT · 2 min read

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Citroen has introduced a new flagship version of its all-electric e-C5 Aircross SUV dubbed ‘Emerald’.

The Emerald trim builds on the previous range-topping Max model, which comes with semi-autonomous driving, a high-definition driver’s head-up display, plus heated front seats and steering wheel as standard.

Externally, the Emerald cars are different from the regular Citroen e-C5 Aircross thanks to a black bi-tone roof, emerald hue colour clips on the front bumper and doors, and a metallic Emerald Blue paint option for £645.

Inside, the Citroen e-C5 Aircross Emerald benefits from a panoramic opening sunroof with a motorised blind, an electrochrome rear-view mirror, and a roof-mounted sunglasses holder.

What’s more, the new bi-material grey cloth and leather-effect seats are enhanced by Citroen’s Advanced Comfort system.

This proprietary piece of tech stuffs the seats with thick, high-density layer of foam that moulds to the occupants’ bodies. To provide a sense of contrast, these are off-set by emerald-coloured interior details including dashboard trim and cabin lighting.

Under the skin, the Emerald retains the standard e-C5 Aircross’s Progressive Hydraulic Cushions (PHC) that deliver an ultra-smooth “magic carpet” ride.

Unlike a regular suspension that uses hard mechanical stops, Citroen’s PHC system integrates a main shock absorber paired with two hydraulic stops: one for compression and one for rebound. The result softens harsh jolts over pot holes and eliminates vibrations over poor road surfaces.

The Citroen e-C5 Emerald comes with a choice of two batteries, a 73kWh pack capable of 323 miles from a single charge, and a long-range 97.8kWh unit with a 421-mile range. The smaller of the two is powered by a front-mounted 207bhp electric motor, while that larger ups the power stakes slightly to 226bhp.

Pricing for the Citroen e-C5 Emerald starts from £38,845 for the 73kWh-batteried car with the UK Government’s £1,500 Electric Car Grant (ECG) applied. The long-range model is ECG exempt, and is priced at £44,965.