DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 5.6 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Range winner Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD 67 km Runner-up: 66 km
Power winner DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 360 hp Runner-up: 265 hp
Cargo winner DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 555 L Runner-up: 540 L
Price winner Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD $42,990 Runner-up: $58,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 against the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD. 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the higher listed output at 360 hp; 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is rated at 265 hp, a difference of 95 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 at 520 Nm and 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD at 367 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD carries the longer listed range at 67 km, against 66 km for 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360. 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 1.2 L/100km; 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 is listed at 1.6 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 555 litres versus 540 litres, a difference of 15 litres. 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is listed at 1,350 kg. 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 is 75 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the lower listed starting price at $42,990, compared with $58,000 for 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360. 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 3602025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.6 s8.5 s
Top Speed240 km/h191 km/h
Power360 hp265 hp
Torque520 Nm367 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range66 km67 km
Battery14.2 kWh13.8 kWh
Fuel Tank55 L42 L
Efficiency1.6 L/100km1.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions36 g/km27 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,590 mm4,515 mm
Ground Clearance186 mm185 mm
Cargo555 L540 L
Curb Weight1,900 kg1,985 kg
Towing1,500 kg1,350 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.1 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$58,000$42,990

DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 vs Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the higher listed top speed at 240 km/h (149 mph), compared with 191 km/h (119 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has more power at 360 hp, a 95 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the longer listed range at 67 km (42 miles), versus 66 km (41 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the larger listed battery at 14.2 kWh, compared with 13.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has more listed cargo space at 555 litres (19.6 cu ft), versus 540 litres (19.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 1,350 kg (2,976 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD is heavier at 1,985 kg (4,376 lb), while 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 is listed at 1,900 kg (4,189 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,990 USD, compared with $58,000 USD for 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 or the 2025 Kia Sportage PHEV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV X-Line AWD?

2025 DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 360 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.