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Subaru Crosstrek vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or DS Automobiles N°7?

Subaru Crosstrek vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Crosstrek

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.

Subaru Crosstrek is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,980 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°7 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 substantially 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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers considerably more torque with 509 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 327 Nm more.

Crosstrek

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, DS Automobiles N°7 is marginally lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers considerably more boot space – 560 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries a bit 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 stands well ahead of its rival 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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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
Subaru Crosstrek
DS Automobiles N°7

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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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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Subaru Crosstrek
DS Automobiles N°7

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
DS Automobiles
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