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VW ID.7 vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or DS Automobiles N°7?

VW ID.7 vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

VW ID.7

4.1 (6 Reviews)
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  • slightly more efficient
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • somewhat cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • considerably lighter
  • only slightly 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

ID.7

Costs and Efficiency:

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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 40,900 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,490 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is slightly more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°7. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 26 km more than the VW ID.7.

ID.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 only slightly more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.4 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

ID.7

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 considerably lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 624 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers only slightly more boot space – 560 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries slightly more – 562 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 holds a solid overall lead 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
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Reviews VW ID.7

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Mattis Everaert
6 Feb 2026, 07:59:02

Range is completely wrong compared to what’s shown. In reality you can only rely on about 60% of the distance. The boot only opens for whoever has the key? That’s a massive headache for my work.

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Boater Clareshin
2 Nov 2025, 12:59:15

It is a super comfortable car with a charging from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. This car is also a very economic car as it is fully electric.

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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
46,400 - 54,200 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
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
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
4,961 mm
Length
-
Width
1,862 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 465 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
VW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the VW ID.7 have?

The VW ID.7 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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