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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Subaru Outback - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (41900 £ vs 37200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Subaru Outback?

DS Automobiles DS 7

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Subaru Outback

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Outback has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 4646 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 7 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 7.30 L per 100 km.

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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 DS Automobiles DS 7 has a clearly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs a bit better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 7 pulls clearly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 268 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Subaru Outback is hardly perceptible lighter – 1643 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Outback offers minimal more room – 561 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs minimal better – up to 1822 L, which is about 72 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 7.

When it comes to payload, Subaru Outback clearly perceptible takes the win – 557 kg compared to 424 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the DS Automobiles DS 7 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £41,900
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DS Automobiles DS 7

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.5 L
  • Electric Range : 50 - 65 km
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DS Automobiles DS 7

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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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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41900 - 59300 £
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.60 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
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
43 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1651 - 2002 kg
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
4593 mm
Length
4870 mm
Width
1891 mm
Width
1875 mm
Height
1625 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Payload
398 - 424 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 360 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Max Speed
195 - 235 km/h
Max Speed
193 km/h
Torque
300 - 520 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 265 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2498 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Subaru

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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.

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