DS first launched the DS 7 again in 2017 when it was one of many first DS-branded automobiles launched onto the market. As a part of the mannequin’s growth, it gained plug-in energy two years in the past. Now, DS has given the 7 a full overhaul together with a selection of three PHEV powertrains providing as much as 40 miles of vary and 36hp.
A mid-life refresh relatively than a full overhaul, DS has – in its personal phrases – “revered the persona and class of the prevailing form… however injected an extra contact of dynamism with sharp options”. Design touches on the inside and exterior assist proceed the DS 7’s notoriety for luxurious however extra curiously, DS has given the 7 three plug-in hybrid powertrains to select from.
Powertrains
As a self-proclaimed multi-energy model, PHEVs are on the centre of DS’s mannequin ranges. Three plug-in energy ranges will probably be supplied within the DS 7 – 225hp, 300hp and 360hp.
The DS 7 E-TENSE 225 is similar powertrain we’ve seen in different Stellantis fashions. It combines a 1.6-litre PureTech 180 (177bhp) petrol engine with a 109bhp electrical motor which is built-in within the eight-speed gearbox and powers the entrance wheels.
4-wheel drive is normal on each the DS 7 E-TENSE 300 and 360. This combines a PureTech 200 petrol engine with a 109bhp and 111bhp motors on every of the axles respectively. On the higher-powered 360 mannequin, DS Efficiency – higher identified for its function in System E – has tuned the powertrain and chassis, with 0-62mph achieved in simply 5.6 seconds.
Throughout all fashions is a 14.2kWh battery which provides 40 miles on the WLTP cycle and nearer to 50 in city settings. Charging at 7.4kW takes two hours.
Exterior design
DS hasn’t gone loopy with the brand new DS 7. The updates are extra within the particulars than the general form of the automotive, with the most important change being the DS Gentle Veil daytime operating lights and DS Pixel LED Imaginative and prescient headlamps, alongside a bigger grille and DS Wings on the entrance.
On the rear, the LED lights now have a ‘vortex’ impact and have been redesigned with a darkish metallic end. The boot lid and badge now have sharper strains with ‘DS AUTOMOBILES’ changing the earlier ‘CROSSBACK’ lettering. Wheels vary from 19 to 21 inches while gloss again window surrounds and roof bars are supplied on the Gloss Black variant.
Inside design and tech
Seats within the DS 7 have been improved with a single piece of Nappa leather-based, free of sewing or beads, to boost the already appreciable consolation on provide.
Tech-wise, the DS 7 positive aspects the DS IRIS system which includes a redesigned 12 inch touchscreen. This interface has been reworked to be reactive, seamless and far more intuitive than the earlier system while additionally supporting voice management. It’s augmented by a 12 inch digital instrument cluster.
DS Lively Scan suspension is retained, as is DS Evening Imaginative and prescient. The previous makes use of cameras along with the lively suspension to pre-load every wheel to boost experience consolation. The latter can detect folks and animals as much as 100m away and is displayed by way of the digital instrument cluster.
Worth and availability
Costs are but to be introduced however we do know that orders will begin being taken in August and deliveries commencing in September.
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