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BMW 5 Series Touring vs DS Automobiles DS 7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (727 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (52500 £ vs 41900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Touring or DS Automobiles DS 7?

BMW 5 Series Touring

DS Automobiles DS 7

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

5 Series Touring

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 7 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41900 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Touring costs 52500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10620 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 5 Series Touring manages with 2.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.50 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

DS 7

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 BMW 5 Series Touring has a significantly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 597 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.90 s. That’s about 8.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls significantly stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 700 Nm difference.

5 Series Touring

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is somewhat lighter – 1651 kg compared to 1850 kg. The difference is around 199 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring clearly perceptible takes the win – 620 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 221 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 5 Series Touring proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 5 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £52,500
5 Series Touring

BMW 5 Series Touring

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 6.1 L
  • Electric Range : 66 - 98 km
BMW 5 Series Touring
DS Automobiles DS 7

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BMW 5 Series Touring

The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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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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BMW 5 Series Touring
DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
52500 - 125500 £
Price
41900 - 46100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
66 - 98 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 157 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1850 - 2550 kg
Curb weight
1651 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Length
-
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1891 mm
Height
1515 - 1516 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 620 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.90 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Touring have?

The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.