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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 192,078 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Supercar Series Roadster

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 570 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers substantially more torque with 720 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is very slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster stands well ahead of its rival 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.

£234,000
Supercar Series Roadster

McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 700 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 33 km
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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 (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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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
McLaren
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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