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Volvo EX30 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EX30 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Volvo EX30 vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 7

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
  • 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

EX30

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Volvo EX30 is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,931 £.

DS 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 Volvo EX30 offers significantly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 298 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 8.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers substantially more torque with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm more.

EX30

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 DS 7 is slightly lighter – 1,651 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers substantially more boot space – 555 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 237 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 7 carries very slightly more – 399 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX30 is clearly superior 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.

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EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 339 - 475 km
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Reviews Volvo EX30

3.7 (7 Reviews)
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Maes Ivo
13 May 2026, 21:43:53

Volvo EX30 twin performance is een super handige compacte auto die vast op de weg ligt . Is pijlsnel en je zit iets hoger. Interieur went snel . Ik heb er zelf eentje en ben er verliefd op . Heb BMW G30 gehad . Fantastische auto , maar groot en onhandig . Geef mij maar de Volvo en we zijn maar met 2 .

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Michael
10 Feb 2026, 21:18:58

...the best electric car we've driven so far. Trouble-free, safe, tidy and easy to use.

The German predecessors (the Wolfsburg group) can be completely forgotten!

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Julien B.
10 Feb 2026, 15:47:03

A car that could have been brilliant, ruined by technological dogmatism. Ninety‑five percent of this car’s problems are between the windshield and the steering wheel. The positives are undone by a botched implantation of technology at all costs. Basic functions are hard to access, buried in menus, and the constant, useless warnings and alerts make the experience frustrating and wreck the overall ergonomics. Add recurring issues with the door‑locking system that the dealer can’t fix after several visits, a range far below what’s promised, and a collision‑avoidance system that randomly takes dangerous initiatives, and I can say this is the worst car I’ve ever bought. After several months, I deeply regret this purchase.

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Marco
30 Dec 2025, 12:53:45

The onboard tech (tablet) takes too long to learn. It distracts from driving. Not suitable for the nearsighted — the tablet’s distance from your eyes basically forces you to wear trifocals. Letting off the gas slows the car, but it’s overly sensitive and you need time to get used to it. The buzzer for exceeding the speed limit is very annoying, and the system notices changes in road signs late. In short: driving it is stressful.

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NickoNamo
22 Dec 2025, 18:10:11

Compact, attractive and—above all—safe car with a modern interior.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
318 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 mm
Width
1,891 mm
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
370 - 390 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 428 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 315 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Volvo
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Volvo EX30 have?

The Volvo EX30 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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