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Renault R5 vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (24,000 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault R5 or DS Automobiles N°7?

Renault R5 vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

Renault R5

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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

R5

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault R5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,885 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault R5 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°7. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 329 km more than the Renault R5.

N°7

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 N°7 offers clearly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Renault R5 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers significantly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm more.

R5

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, Renault R5 is very slightly lighter – 1,447 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 109 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers substantially more boot space – 560 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 234 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries clearly more – 562 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 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.

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
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Renault R5

The Renault 5 blends classic styling cues with contemporary design, giving it a playful and characterful presence on the road. It’s a city-focused hatchback that feels nimble and cleverly packaged, ideal for drivers who want personality and practicality.

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Reviews Renault R5

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Petra
7 Aug 2026, 14:01:03

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Impressed. Very good seats, super easy to use (self-explanatory), very brisk with great suspension. Sticks to the road even in the tightest corners.

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Walter
4 Nov 2025, 21:42:46

Practical, nimble, and fun to drive. For rather small drivers up to 1.75 m there's plenty of space even on the back seat. Useful driver-assist systems, and Android Auto works well. Very economical in summer. In winter a lot of energy is used in the first five minutes to bring the battery up to 20°C, which makes consumption on short winter trips very high.

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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DS Automobiles N°7

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,000 - 27,000 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,447 - 1,524 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
326 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,744 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
396 - 418 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Renault
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Renault R5 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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