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BMW 7 Series vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or DS Automobiles DS 3?

BMW 7 Series vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 320 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.

7 Series

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 1,006 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries markedly more – 665 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 199 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 7 Series holds a narrow overall lead 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.

from £102,800
7 Series

BMW 7 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 300 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 80 km
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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
102,800 - 128,700 £
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the BMW 7 Series?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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