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DS Automobiles N°7 vs Mercedes GLB comparison

Compare performance (375 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (40,900 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°7 or Mercedes GLB?

DS Automobiles N°7 vs Mercedes GLB: Key differences

DS Automobiles N°7

  • marginally cheaper
  • barely more power
  • barely more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally more efficient
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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

N°7

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles N°7 is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,900 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,312 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°7 uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°7. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 103 km more than the Mercedes GLB.

GLB

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 DS Automobiles N°7 offers barely more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers very slightly more torque with 515 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 6 Nm more.

N°7

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles N°7 is a bit lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers very slightly more boot space – 560 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries moderately more – 562 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 is slightly 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 £40,900
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
DS Automobiles N°7
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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DS Automobiles N°7
Mercedes GLB

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
518 - 562 kg
Payload
485 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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