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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes E Class?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

Mercedes E Class

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

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,568 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

E Class

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 E Class offers significantly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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, DS Automobiles DS 7 is only slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers only slightly more boot space – 555 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 241 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class 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.

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
DS Automobiles DS 7
Mercedes E Class

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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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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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DS Automobiles DS 7
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
530 - 640 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 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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