Compare performance (375 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (40,900 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°7 or Volvo XC60?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
DS Automobiles N°7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 40,900 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,392 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 655 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 Volvo XC60 offers barely more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 375 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles N°7 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers visibly more torque with 669 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 594 kg.
When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries only slightly more – 562 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
The Volvo XC60 stands out in the key areas 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.
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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The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian elegance with a strong focus on occupant safety, delivering a calm, composed ride and a well-crafted, user-friendly cabin. It’s a practical yet premium compact SUV that balances comfort with confident road manners, ideal for buyers who value refinement and everyday usability.
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Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
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Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
539 - 734 km
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Electric Range
79 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 120 g/km
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co2
59 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
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Curb weight
2,150 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,902 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 562 kg
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Payload
510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 375 HP
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Power HP
335 - 406 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 509 Nm
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Torque
589 - 669 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 276 kW
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Volvo
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