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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Subaru Impreza comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 30,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Subaru Impreza?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Subaru Impreza: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru Impreza

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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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 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.

Subaru Impreza is noticeably cheaper – starting at 30,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,614 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Impreza with 7.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

Impreza

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 Subaru Impreza offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Impreza is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers noticeably more torque with 300 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 118 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Impreza is marginally lighter – 1,574 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 77 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers clearly more boot space – 555 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Impreza carries visibly more – 526 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 127 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 is narrowly 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.

from £41,900
DS 7

DS Automobiles DS 7

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 L/100km
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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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The Subaru Impreza feels like a trusty companion built for everyday adventures, shrugging off bad weather and awkward parking with quiet competence. It won't win any style contests, but its sensible cabin, grippy manners, and honest driving character make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
30,300 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.3 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
166 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,574 - 1,599 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
501 - 526 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Subaru
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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