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DS Automobiles N°7 vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (375 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (40,900 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°7 or Lexus LBX?

DS Automobiles N°7 vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

DS Automobiles N°7

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Lexus LBX

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus LBX is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

LBX

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 DS Automobiles N°7 offers clearly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 239 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers significantly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 324 Nm more.

N°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, Lexus LBX is visibly lighter – 1,280 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 276 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers significantly more boot space – 560 L compared to 332 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries a bit more – 562 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 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.

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N°7

DS Automobiles N°7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 375 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 734 km
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DS Automobiles N°7

Known commonly as the DS 7, this DS Automobiles model is a chic French compact SUV with bold, sculpted styling and a quietly luxurious cabin. It delivers a refined, comfortable ride and a premium feel through high-quality materials and thoughtful technology, appealing to buyers who want something distinctive from mainstream rivals.

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Reviews DS Automobiles N°7

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.

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DannyCS
5 Feb 2026, 18:32:14

We’re loving our LBX. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy and fancy too

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
255 - 332 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 562 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lexus
Is the DS Automobiles N°7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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