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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Proace City comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 20,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Toyota Proace City?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Proace City: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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Toyota Proace City

  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota Proace City is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,124 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Proace City uses 5.3 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Proace City

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 Toyota Proace City 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 Toyota Proace City is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 11.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

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.

Seats: Toyota Proace City offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace City is clearly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Proace City offers noticeably more boot space – 912 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 357 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace City carries substantially more – 829 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 430 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace City holds a decisive overall lead 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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Proace City

Toyota Proace City

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 343 km
DS Automobiles DS 7
Toyota Proace City

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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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Toyota Proace City

The Toyota Proace City is a clever compact workhorse that blends van practicality with passenger comfort, turning daily deliveries or weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly civilised affair. It won't set your pulse racing, but its easy driving manners, flexible interior and low-hassle ownership make it a smart pick for buyers who value usefulness over flash.

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DS Automobiles DS 7
Toyota Proace City

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
20,800 - 44,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 6.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
0 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,664 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
641 - 912 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
525 - 829 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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