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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Proace Transporter comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Toyota Proace Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Toyota Proace Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Toyota Proace Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
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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 Proace Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,287 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 7 uses 5.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Toyota Proace Transporter with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Proace Transporter

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 Proace Transporter offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 7 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.9 s, while the Toyota Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Transporter delivers moderately more torque with 370 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Proace Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is marginally lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,656 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries considerably more – 1,323 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 924 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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 £31,600
Proace Transporter

Toyota Proace Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 349 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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Toyota Proace Transporter

The Toyota Proace Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
349 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
145 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
955 - 1,323 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
120 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, A, G
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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