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BYD ETP3 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

BYD ETP3 vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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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.

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD ETP3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,302 £.

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 BYD ETP3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 7 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is only slightly lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries substantially more – 780 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 381 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 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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ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Electric Range 233 km
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The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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Artur
8 Sept 2026, 07:37:50

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6 Jul 2026, 11:02:48

Great car, quiet, very comfortable. Good promotional price.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
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Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BYD
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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