Compare performance (130 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 40500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Mercedes GLB?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1413 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 7 manages with 5.50 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 GLB has a decisively edge – offering 320 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.90 s. That’s about 6.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLB pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is slight lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 11 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers barely noticeable more room – 570 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB distinct takes the win – 500 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.
The Mercedes GLB 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
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Price
41900 - 46100 £
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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.50 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
145 g/km
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1651 kg
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Trunk capacity
555 L
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Length
-
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Width
1891 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Payload
399 kg
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Payload
500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
85 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The DS Automobiles DS 7 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.