Citroen adds Emerald flagship trim to C5 Aircross UK

Citroen UK has opened order books for an Emerald flagship trim for the New C5 and the fully electric e-C5 Aircross crossover SUVs, with prices starting from £37,290. The Emerald grade becomes the top specification for both hybrid and electric variants and builds on the previous Max configuration.

Emerald is the new flagship specification for both the New C5 and the e-C5 Aircross in the UK. The new grade adds Drive Assist Pack 2.0, a head-up display, and heated front seats and steering wheel to the equipment list carried over from Max. Citroen also introduces a new premium Emerald Blue metallic paint option priced at £645 inclusive of VAT. Exterior changes include a contrasting black roof and Emerald-coloured clips on the front bumper and doors.

Equipment, appearance and powertrains

Inside, Emerald models gain a panoramic opening sunroof, a frameless electrochrome rear-view mirror, grey leather-effect and cloth Advanced Comfort seats, and Emerald interior detailing and ambient lighting. The C5 Aircross’s Progressive Hydraulic Cushions suspension remains available. Hybrid Plus, Max and Emerald variants receive a new 19-inch moondust diamond-cut silver and black alloy wheel design.

The e-C5 Aircross Emerald is offered in two advertised electric ranges: a 210 hp Comfort Range version with up to 321 miles WLTP combined range, from £38,845 with the Electric Car Grant, and a 230 hp Long Range version with up to 421 miles WLTP combined range, from £44,965. The wider C5 Aircross line-up also includes a Hybrid 145 powertrain from £37,290 and a plug-in hybrid with 195 hp from £39,860.

The launch comes after a period in which Citroen UK has largely relied on global brand news — for example the appointment of Sandeep Bhambra as Head of Design for Citroen and DS Automobiles and the 2CV Concept shown at the 2026 Paris Motor Show — rather than local model-specific updates. The Emerald trim represents a clear product-level change for the UK range.

“We are excited about the addition of the Emerald trim level, both for its vibrant new shade which perfectly complements the lines of the C5 Aircross, and for its generous level of equipment, including a panoramic sunroof. This trim level marks a continued development of our product range, bringing a more premium specification at an affordable price point,” said Greg Taylor, Managing Director, Citroen UK.