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VW ID.7 vs DS Automobiles N°8 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (46400 £ vs 49500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.7 or DS Automobiles N°8?

VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.7 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46400 £, while the DS Automobiles N°8 costs 49500 £. That’s a price difference of around 3082 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.7: with 13.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°8 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the DS Automobiles N°8 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 749 km, about 41 km more than the VW ID.7.

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Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles N°8 has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 375 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles N°8 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 190 km/h, while the VW ID.7 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.7 pulls noticeable stronger with 679 Nm compared to 509 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, DS Automobiles N°8 is slight lighter – 2132 kg compared to 2180 kg. The difference is around 48 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles N°8 offers to a small extent more room – 621 L compared to 532 L. That’s a difference of about 89 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 performs slight better – up to 1586 L, which is about 33 L more than the DS Automobiles N°8.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles N°8 a bit takes the win – 520 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race?

The DS Automobiles N°8 proves to be edges out slightly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
DS Automobiles N°8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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DS Automobiles N°8

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 258 - 375 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 17.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 749 km
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VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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The N°8 captivates automotive enthusiasts with its striking design and dynamic presence on the road. This model effortlessly combines luxury and performance, making it a standout choice for those seeking a thrilling driving experience. With an interior that prioritizes comfort and cutting-edge technology, the N°8 truly redefines what it means to drive in style.

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Reviews VW ID.7

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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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.

Reviews DS Automobiles N°8

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
46400 - 54200 £
Price
49500 - 69400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 17.4 kWh
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Electric Range
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77 - 86 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.7 - 97.2 kWh
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0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2180 - 2325 kg
Curb weight
2132 - 2289 kg
Trunk capacity
532 L
Trunk capacity
566 - 621 L
Length
4961 mm
Length
4820 mm
Width
1862 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
1535 - 1536 mm
Height
1580 mm
Max trunk capacity
1586 L
Max trunk capacity
1498 - 1553 L
Payload
460 - 465 kg
Payload
508 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Reduction Gearbox
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Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 340 HP
Power HP
258 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
190 km/h
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Torque
343 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Power kW
190 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the VW ID.7?

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

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