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Nissan Qashqai vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or DS Automobiles N°7?

Nissan Qashqai vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

Qashqai

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.

Nissan Qashqai is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,280 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

N°7

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 considerably more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 170 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 Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers noticeably more torque with 509 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 136 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers barely more boot space – 560 L compared to 504 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries only slightly more – 562 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 is far ahead 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.

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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Reviews Nissan Qashqai

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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
0 - 120 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
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,835 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Nissan
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the Nissan Qashqai?

The Nissan Qashqai is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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