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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or VW ID.7?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW ID.7: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID.7

4.1 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,873 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 308 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

ID.7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.7 offers substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 419 Nm more.

DS 3

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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 931 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 offers noticeably more boot space – 532 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.7 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.

from £46,400
ID.7

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 594 - 708 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3

The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Mattis Everaert
6 Feb 2026, 07:59:02

Range is completely wrong compared to what’s shown. In reality you can only rely on about 60% of the distance. The boot only opens for whoever has the key? That’s a massive headache for my work.

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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
-
Length
4,961 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
-
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
460 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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