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Audi A3 Sportback vs DS Automobiles DS 7 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Audi A3 Sportback or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Audi A3 Sportback

DS Automobiles DS 7

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26800 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 15052 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi A3 Sportback performs convincingly better – achieving up to 141 km, about 76 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 7.

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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 Audi A3 Sportback has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 400 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 5.70 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 7 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is evident lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 291 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers evident more room – 555 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

In maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs distinct better – up to 1750 L, which is about 550 L more than the Audi A3 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback to a small extent takes the win – 480 kg compared to 424 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A3 Sportback proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A3 Sportback is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Audi A3 Sportback
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Audi A3 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 9.3 L
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
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Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.

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DS Automobiles DS 7

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The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26800 - 56600 £
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41900 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
50 - 65 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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25 - 211 g/km
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30 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1651 - 2002 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4352 - 4381 mm
Length
4593 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1891 mm
Height
1415 - 1470 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
398 - 424 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
130 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
205 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 235 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
300 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
96 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1598 cm3

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Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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E, B
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Audi
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What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?

The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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