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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • clearly more trunk space

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,201 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

A Class Saloon

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers markedly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class Saloon is somewhat lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries a bit more – 490 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 km
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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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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
145 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
-
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
-
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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