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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Genesis GV60 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Genesis GV60?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Genesis GV60: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Genesis GV60

  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Genesis GV60 costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,946 £.

GV60

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 Genesis GV60 offers substantially more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV60 delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 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 noticeably lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 2,050 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV60 carries somewhat more – 460 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV60 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 £46,900
GV60

Genesis GV60

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 229 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 501 - 561 km
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Genesis GV60

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
46,900 - 63,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
501 - 561 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
2,050 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
455 - 460 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
229 - 490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
350 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
168 - 360 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Genesis
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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