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.

What is the maximum horsepower of the DS Automobiles DS 7?

Depending on the version, the DS Automobiles DS 7 delivers up to 360 HP.

How much fuel does the DS Automobiles DS 7 use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.30 L.

How far can the DS Automobiles DS 7 go on a full charge?

According to WLTP, the DS Automobiles DS 7 can travel up to 65 km on a single charge.

How many kWh does the DS Automobiles DS 7’s battery hold?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 comes with a 12.90 kWh battery.

What is the DS Automobiles DS 7’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 555 L fit inside.

What are the dimensions of the DS Automobiles DS 7?

Length 4593 mm, width 1891 mm, height 1625 mm – those are the dimensions of the DS Automobiles DS 7.

What drivetrain options does the VW Passat have?

The VW Passat is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the VW Passat?

The VW Passat reaches a peak output of 272 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the VW Passat use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.20 L.

What is the electric driving range of the VW Passat?

The WLTP range is up to 135 km.

What is the battery capacity of the VW Passat?

The battery capacity is 19.70 kWh.

What are the VW Passat’s length, width and height?

Length 4917 mm, width 1849 mm, height 1521 mm – those are the dimensions of the VW Passat.

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

DS 7 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Passat has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6146 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 1.30 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the VW Passat performs clearly better – achieving up to 135 km, about 70 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 7.

Passat @ Volkswagen AG / VW Media

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 noticeable edge – offering 360 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 7 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 7 pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

DS 7 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

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, VW Passat is hardly perceptible lighter – 1573 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers slightly more room – 690 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1920 L, which is about 170 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 7.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat distinct takes the win – 577 kg compared to 424 kg. That’s a difference of about 153 kg.

Costs and Consumption
Price 41900 - 59300 £	Price 35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.5 L	Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 50 - 65 km	Electric Range 124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity 12.90 kWh	Battery Capacity 19.70 kWh
co2 30 - 145 g/km	co2 28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 43 - 55 L	Fuel tank capacity 45 - 66 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 1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity 555 L	Trunk capacity 510 - 690 L
Length 4593 mm	Length 4917 mm
Width 1891 mm	Width 1849 mm
Height 1625 mm	Height 1521 mm
Max trunk capacity 1750 L	Max trunk capacity 1770 - 1920 L
Payload 398 - 424 kg	Payload 501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid	Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 130 - 360 HP	Power HP 122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.7 - 11.9 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed 195 - 235 km/h	Max Speed 212 - 250 km/h
Torque 300 - 520 Nm	Torque 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 96 - 265 kW	Power kW 90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity 1499 - 1598 cm3	Engine capacity 1498 - 1984 cm3

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

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared