2023–2026 DS DS 7 E-TENSE 225 Specs & Performance

The DS DS 7 E-TENSE 225 is a compact plug-in hybrid SUV combining a turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four gasoline engine with electric assistance and front-wheel drive. AutoSpecsHub lists 222 hp and 266 lb-ft of combined torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 60 mph in 8.6 seconds and has a 140-mph top speed, while the 14.2-kWh battery provides up to 42 miles of E-Mode driving. With a 3,880-pound curb weight and a 17.48 lb/hp power-to-weight ratio, the DS 7 balances its electrified powertrain with the practicality of a compact SUV.

The 2023–2026 DS 7 E-TENSE 225 seats five and provides 19.6–61.9 ft³ of luggage capacity. MacPherson struts at the front and multi-link suspension at the rear support the chassis, while vented front discs and solid rear discs provide braking control. Its 205/50R19 tyres complement the front-wheel-drive layout. Measuring 180.8 inches long, 74.4 inches wide and 64 inches high, the SUV rides on a 107.8-inch wheelbase. Its 1,653–2,756-pound towing capacity, 1,301-pound maximum payload and estimated 2.6-hour charging time at 7 kW add useful versatility to its plug-in hybrid character.