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DS Automobiles DS 7 vs VW Touran comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (41,900 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 7 or VW Touran?

DS Automobiles DS 7 vs VW Touran: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 7

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Touran

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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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:

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.

VW Touran is somewhat cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,927 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Touran uses 5.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Touran

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 VW Touran offers moderately 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 VW Touran is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touran delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

DS 7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Touran is only slightly lighter – 1,520 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touran offers markedly more boot space – 834 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touran carries noticeably more – 601 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Touran 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.

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Touran

VW Touran

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.5 L/100km
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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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VW Touran

The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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11 May 2026, 11:57:56

トゥーランのディーゼルに乗っているのですが、高速道路では安定性が良く乗っていて快適です。高速道路の坂道でもパワーがあるためスイスイ坂を上ってくれる頼もしい車です。

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DS Automobiles DS 7
VW Touran

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Price
36,000 - 45,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Curb weight
1,520 - 1,631 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,891 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
399 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW
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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