2025 DS 7 E-Tense 4x4
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2025 DS 7 E-Tense 4x4

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The 2025 DS 7 E-Tense 4x4 is a French luxury plug-in hybrid SUV that combines a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with two electric motors for a combined output of 360 horsepower and all-wheel-drive capability. It offers approximately 40 miles of pure electric range from its 14.2 kWh battery, allowing emissions-free city driving before the petrol engine engages. The opulent interior showcases DS's Parisian luxury ethos with Nappa leather, Focal Electra audio, and the distinctive DS Iris System infotainment with gesture control. Priced around 65,000 euros, the DS 7 positions itself as a distinctive French alternative to the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 in the premium SUV segment.

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A distinctly French luxury PHEV SUV blending Parisian design with plug-in hybrid performance and all-wheel drive.

Car Details

Make DS
Model 7 E-Tense 4x4
Year 2025
Body Type SUV
Engine Type 1.6L Turbo I-4 PHEV
Horsepower 360 hp
Torque 384 lb-ft
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain AWD
Fuel Economy 40 miles EV range / 35 mpg combined
Starting MSRP €65,000
Seating 5 passengers
0-60 mph 5.6 sec
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The DS 7 E-Tense 4x4 offers a distinctly French take on luxury that prioritizes sensory indulgence over Germanic precision. The 360-horsepower PHEV system with dual motors and AWD provides respectable performance, and the approximately 40 miles of electric-only range is generous for the segment. Where the DS 7 genuinely excels is in its interior ambiance -- the Nappa leather, Focal Electra audio, and DS Iris System with gesture control create a cabin atmosphere that feels genuinely premium and different from the establishment competitors. The ride quality, courtesy of DS Active Scan suspension that reads the road ahead, is exceptionally smooth. However, the infotainment system can be unintuitive, and the DS brand lacks the recognition and resale value of BMW, Audi, or Mercedes. Reliability data is limited given small sales volumes outside France. For buyers who value individual style and interior luxury over dynamic driving and brand prestige, the DS 7 is an intriguing alternative.

Mar 25, 2026
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