What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 7?

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

What is the maximum horsepower of the DS Automobiles DS 7?

Depending on the version, the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers up to 360 HP.

How much fuel does the DS Automobiles DS 7 use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.30 L.

How far can the DS Automobiles DS 7 go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the DS Automobiles DS 7 can travel up to 65 km on a single charge.

How many kWh does the DS Automobiles DS 7’s battery hold?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 comes with a 12.90 kWh battery.

What is the DS Automobiles DS 7’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 555 L fit inside.

What are the dimensions of the DS Automobiles DS 7?

Length 4593 mm, width 1891 mm, height 1625 mm – those are the dimensions of the DS Automobiles DS 7.

What drive types are available for the Renault Symbioz?

The Renault Symbioz is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Renault Symbioz?

The Renault Symbioz reaches a peak output of 158 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Renault Symbioz use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 4.50 L.

What maximum speed does the Renault Symbioz reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 180 km/h.

How much luggage fits in the Renault Symbioz?

Depending on configuration, up to 576 L fit inside.

How big is the Renault Symbioz overall?

Length 4413 mm, width 1797 mm, height 1575 mm – those are the dimensions of the Renault Symbioz.

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared

DS 7 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

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.

Renault Symbioz has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24400 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 17452 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 7 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

Symbioz @ Renault Group Media

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 DS Automobiles DS 7 has a clearly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 7 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.10 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs noticeable better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Renault Symbioz tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 7 pulls convincingly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm difference.

DS 7 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Renault Symbioz is evident lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers slight more room – 576 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

In maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs minimal better – up to 1750 L, which is about 68 L more than the Renault Symbioz.

When it comes to payload, Renault Symbioz barely noticeable takes the win – 459 kg compared to 424 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
DS Automobiles DS 7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Costs and Consumption
Price 41900 - 59300 £	Price 24400 - 30700 £
Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.5 L	Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 6 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 50 - 65 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity 12.90 kWh	Battery Capacity -
co2 30 - 145 g/km	co2 102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 43 - 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type SUV
Seats 5	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1651 - 2002 kg	Curb weight 1359 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity 555 L	Trunk capacity 492 - 576 L
Length 4593 mm	Length 4413 mm
Width 1891 mm	Width 1797 mm
Height 1625 mm	Height 1575 mm
Max trunk capacity 1750 L	Max trunk capacity 1582 - 1682 L
Payload 398 - 424 kg	Payload 376 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 130 - 360 HP	Power HP 140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.7 - 11.9 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed 195 - 235 km/h	Max Speed 180 km/h
Torque 300 - 520 Nm	Torque 250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 96 - 265 kW	Power kW 103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity 1499 - 1598 cm3	Engine capacity 1332 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year 2024 - 2025	Model Year 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class E, B	CO2 Efficiency Class C, D, E
Brand DS Automobiles	Brand Renault

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Renault Symbioz - Differences and prices compared