Compare performance (130 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 36900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Lynk & Co 01?
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.
Lynk & Co 01 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5070 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lynk & Co 01 manages with 0.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.50 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.
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 Lynk & Co 01 has a clearly edge – offering 280 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lynk & Co 01 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.70 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.90 s. That’s about 4.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lynk & Co 01 pulls convincingly stronger with 535 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 235 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is slightly lighter – 1651 kg compared to 1935 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.
In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers slightly more room – 555 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.
When it comes to payload, Lynk & Co 01 slight takes the win – 415 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The Lynk & Co 01 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41900 - 46100 £
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Price
36900 - 40300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.50 L
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Consumption L/100km
0.90 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
145 g/km
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co2
20 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1651 kg
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Curb weight
1935 kg
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Trunk capacity
555 L
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1891 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
415 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.70 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
535 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
206 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Lynk & Co
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The DS Automobiles DS 7 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.