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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Skoda Karoq?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • very slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Karoq

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Skoda Karoq is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,840 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Karoq uses 4.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Karoq offers noticeably more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

DS 7

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Karoq is slightly lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 271 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers very slightly more boot space – 555 L compared to 521 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries clearly more – 549 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq is clearly superior 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.

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Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Skoda
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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