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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Ford Ranger comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Ford Ranger?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Ford Ranger: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Ford Ranger

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably 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:

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

DS Automobiles DS 7 is moderately cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,517 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

Ranger

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 Ford Ranger offers considerably more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers substantially more torque with 697 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 397 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 substantially lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 754 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 590 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger is clearly superior 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 £48,400
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 42 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
70 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
845 - 989 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
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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