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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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.

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.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,960 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster offers very slightly more power – delivering 132 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Roadster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 148 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 7 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 573 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 425 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 7 carries significantly more – 399 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £41,900
DS 7

DS Automobiles DS 7

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 L/100km
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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Sylwiusz
6 Jul 2026, 11:02:48

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

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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
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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