Charismatic, elegant and satisfyingly rare, the DS 7 has brought something different to the upper class part of the mid-sized SUV segment and continues to do so in this improved form. It's an interesting confection this, relatively conservative in its overall exterior shaping but extreme and individualistic in its Gallic cabin demeanour. Will there be enough premium segment customers wanting that kind of combination? It'll be interesting to see.
Ultimately, we like it most because it feels special - or at least it will for the right kind of buyer. That customer will love the painstaking attention that's been paid to almost every detail of this design. In some respects, the execution isn't perfect - but then, as we've remarked before when reviewing this boutique French maker's products and considering its competitors, there's something rather soul-less and clinical about perfection. The DS brand is about a 'Different Spirit' - a different way to go. Other marques have promised that: with this car though, this one delivers it.

DS Iris system - 3D connected navigation, natural voice recognition and bluetooth connectivity

Front and rear curtain airbags, head protection for side impacts

Thorax, abdomen, pelvis protection and driver and front passenger side airbags

Perimetric and volumetric anti theft alarm

Steering column mounted gear shift paddles

Drive mode selector includes sport, comfort, hybrid and zero emission

8 way electric adjustment and 4 way lumbar adjustment for front seats

Premium leather steering wheel with contrast stitching and leather covered airbag

Automatic headlights includes welcome and follow me home function

LED front fog lights with static cornering light function

Mirror Screen with Apple car play/Android Auto

Electric folding, heated door mirrors with DS LED spotlights and reverse gear tilt function

Frameless electrochrome interior rear view mirror

Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

Man Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

DS 7 Crossback

1.5 BlueHDi Performance Line + 5dr EAT8

DS 7 Crossback

1.5 BlueHDi Performance Line + 5dr EAT8