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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes C Class Wagon - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 42400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes C Class Wagon?

DS Automobiles DS 7

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Mercedes C Class Wagon

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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41900 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 520 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes C Class Wagon manages with 0.40 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.50 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

C Class Wagon

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 Mercedes C Class Wagon has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Wagon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.90 s. That’s about 8.50 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Wagon pulls decisively stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is minimal lighter – 1651 kg compared to 1755 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers a bit more room – 555 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Wagon evident takes the win – 565 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Wagon 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.

DS Automobiles DS 7
Mercedes C Class Wagon

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C Class Wagon

Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.4 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 112 km

DS Automobiles DS 7

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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 C Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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DS Automobiles DS 7
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
41900 - 46100 £
Price
42400 - 115300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.50 L
Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
11 - 112 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
co2
145 g/km
co2
11 - 206 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1651 kg
Curb weight
1755 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 490 L
Length
-
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Width
1891 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Height
-
Height
1454 - 1494 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1375 - 1510 L
Payload
399 kg
Payload
440 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
226 - 280 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G, B, D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 7?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.