The DS 7 Crossback is a medium-sized SUV/crossover that is also currently the flagship of the DS Automobiles range. It shares its platform with several other models in the PSA family, such as the Peugeot 5008 and Citroën C5 Aircross, but its price and equipment
It is the first SUV for DS Automobiles in the European market, although it has sold other vehicles in China previously. It is also the first all-new car for DS, as previous models have simply been rebadged Citroëns.
A plug-in hybrid version of the DS 7 Crossback will be added to the range from the middle of 2019. Currently there is a choice of petrol and diesel engines available.
The DS 7 Crossback has received average to good scores from UK media sources. It has been praised for its comfort and
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Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol, diesel
Price: From £31,175 on-road
Launched: Winter 2017/18
Last updated: –
Replacement due: TBA
MEDIA REVIEWS
Reviews, road tests and comparisons from across the UK automotive media
The Car Expert
Score: 7.2 / 10
“The DS 7 Crossback is a well-built, spacious SUV that is knocking on the door of premium. But while it replicates much of what an Audi or BMW can do, it doesn’t do it to the degree that will likely sway those who normally buy Audis or BMWs.”
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Auto Express
Score: 6 / 10
“The DS 7 Crossback SUV offers a touch of French luxury to take on its established German rivals.”
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Autocar
Score: 7 / 10
“As family transport the DS 7 Crossback is pleasant and respectable, but as a symbol of what its maker stands for it’s a damp squib.”
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Car
Model reviewed: PureTech 225 petrol automatic
Score: 6 / 10
“The least expensive Performance Line trim is the best flavour for the PureTech 225 DS 7, not least because it looks more contemporary with satin grey trims in places of the tszujed-up chrome bling on the Prestige versions.”
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Carbuyer
Score: 7.8 / 10
“The DS 7 Crossback is the first French luxury SUV, with suspension that looks out for bumps, and even night vision. It’s also economical and practical.”
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Daily Mail
Score: 8 / 10
“Here we have a fun, comfortable and different alternative to the current crop of endless SUVs, which lacks a bit of class in the tech stakes, preferring instead to err on the side of daring haute couture.”
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Evo
Score: 6 / 10
“The DS 7 Crossback offers much in the way of luxury, space and moderately quirky design but it’s not an inspiring drive.”
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Honest John
Score: 6 / 10
“Unfortunately for DS, while the DS 7 Crossback has more redeeming features than the DS 4 and DS 5, we suspect it’s going to remain quite a niche model.”
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The Sun
“The DS 7 Crossback feels, for the most part, acceptably upmarket, delivers some nice party tricks and will guarantee a degree of exclusivity.”
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The Sunday Times
Score: 6 / 10
“There is much to like about this car. But it is very expensive and it was fitted with a battery that couldn’t hold its charge. Yes, it’s a lovely place to sit and wait for the AA, but I’m not sure that’s what people really want. So I’m afraid that overall it has to be a no.” (Jeremy Clarkson)
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Top Gear
Score: 7 / 10
“DS 7 is perfectly well-enough executed as a vehicle to barge its way into the mosh pit of rivals.”
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What Car?
Score: 6 / 10
“A well-equipped, comfortable and practical large SUV, but pricing and interior quality are questionable.”
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SAFETY RATING
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall rating: 5 stars
Date tested: November 2017
Eco rating
Independent emissions and efficiency ratings from Green NCAP
The DS 7 Crossback has not yet been lab-tested by Green NCAP. Check back soon.
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