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Alpine A290 vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (33,200 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A290 or DS Automobiles N°7?

Alpine A290 vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

Alpine A290

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A290

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alpine A290 is markedly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Alpine A290 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°7. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 354 km more than the Alpine A290.

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers considerably more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Alpine A290 takes 6.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers substantially more torque with 509 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 209 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A290 is only slightly lighter – 1,554 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers substantially more boot space – 560 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries clearly more – 562 kg compared to 396 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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DS Automobiles N°7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 375 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 734 km
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4.6 (3 Reviews)
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Emin Molu
17 Apr 2026, 21:05:51

excellent handling, excellent damping, excellent noise supression, excellent design.fantastic fun to drive.

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DS Automobiles N°7

Known commonly as the DS 7, this DS Automobiles model is a chic French compact SUV with bold, sculpted styling and a quietly luxurious cabin. It delivers a refined, comfortable ride and a premium feel through high-quality materials and thoughtful technology, appealing to buyers who want something distinctive from mainstream rivals.

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DS Automobiles N°7

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,200 - 39,600 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
364 - 380 km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,554 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,820 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 - 218 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
285 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
130 - 160 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Alpine
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Alpine A290 offered with different drivetrains?

The Alpine A290 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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