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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Toyota Prius?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Prius is marginally cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,502 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

Prius

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Prius offers significantly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Prius is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

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, Toyota Prius is marginally lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers significantly more boot space – 555 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 7 carries marginally more – 399 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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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