DS Automobiles N°8 vs Volkswagen ID.7

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The DS Automobiles N°8 has a peak DC charging speed of 200 kW, which is roughly 5% faster than the Volkswagen ID.7 at 190 kW. In practice, peak speed only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the Volkswagen ID.7 finishes in about 27 minutes, roughly matching the DS Automobiles N°8. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The DS Automobiles N°8 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 645 km, which is roughly 24 km more than the Volkswagen ID.7 at approximately 621 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Volkswagen ID.7 consumes 162 Wh/km, compared to 178 Wh/km for the DS Automobiles N°8. That means the Volkswagen ID.7 uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The DS Automobiles N°8 has approximately 97.2 kWh of useable battery , while the Volkswagen ID.7 has approximately 77 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The DS Automobiles N°8 has the higher peak DC speed at up to 200 kW, but the Volkswagen ID.7 actually finishes the 10-80% charge faster at approximately 27 minutes versus approximately 27 minutes. That is because the Volkswagen ID.7 has a smaller battery to fill. On road trips, time at the plug matters more than peak power.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the DS Automobiles N°8 supports up to 22 kW, compared to 11 kW for the Volkswagen ID.7. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can mean charging roughly twice as fast at those locations.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Volkswagen ID.7 is the more efficient choice at 162 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the DS Automobiles N°8 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 645 km, which is roughly 24 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.