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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Lexus RC?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Lexus RC: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Lexus RC

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

DS 7

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 7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,406 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

RC

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 Lexus RC offers significantly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

DS 7

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is only slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers visibly more boot space – 555 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 136 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RC 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 £82,300
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Lexus RC

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11.8 L/100km
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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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Artur
8 Sept 2026, 07:37:50

Comfortable, very good-looking, distinctive and very reliable.

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Sylwiusz
6 Jul 2026, 11:02:48

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

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
145 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
-
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lexus
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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