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BMW X7 vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (91,300 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or DS Automobiles DS 4?

BMW X7 vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

BMW X7

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

X7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,308 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

DS 4

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 X7 offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

X7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 932 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers considerably more boot space – 750 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 320 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries clearly more – 760 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 318 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X7 is decisively ahead 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 £91,300
X7

BMW X7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 352 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8 - 12.1 L/100km
BMW X7
DS Automobiles DS 4

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BMW X7

The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.

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DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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BMW X7
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
210 - 274 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
750 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
2,000 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
680 - 760 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
352 - 530 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
520 - 750 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
259 - 390 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
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