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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or Volvo S90?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs Volvo S90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Volvo S90

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 7

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 7 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,900 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,306 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

S90

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 Volvo S90 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 7.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 7 is slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers moderately more boot space – 555 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries noticeably more – 518 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is decisively 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 89 km
DS Automobiles DS 7
Volvo S90

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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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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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DS Automobiles DS 7
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
145 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Volvo
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