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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Alpine A390 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 470 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Alpine A390?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Alpine A390: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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Alpine A390

  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 7 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Alpine A390 costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,935 £.

A390

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 Alpine A390 offers significantly more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Alpine A390 delivers substantially more torque with 824 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 524 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is markedly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 2,121 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers barely more boot space – 555 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Alpine A390 carries slightly more – 484 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Alpine A390 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 £57,900
A390

Alpine A390

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 400 - 470 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 497 - 551 km
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DS Automobiles DS 7

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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Alpine A390

The Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.

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Alpine A390

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
57,900 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
497 - 551 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
2,121 - 2,124 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,885 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
399 kg
Payload
481 - 484 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
400 - 470 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
661 - 824 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
295 - 345 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Alpine
Is the DS Automobiles DS 7 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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