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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or smart #1?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs smart #1: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

smart #1 is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,217 £.

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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 smart #1 offers clearly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the smart #1 delivers noticeably more torque with 470 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 170 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, DS Automobiles DS 7 is slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 242 L.

When it comes to payload, the smart #1 carries very slightly more – 425 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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.

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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Sylwiusz
6 Jul 2026, 11:02:48

Great car, quiet, very comfortable. Good promotional price.

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smart #1

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smart #1

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
271 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
smart
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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