Global EV Comparison: DS 8 FWD Long Range vs 8 FWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €63200, compared to the DS 8 FWD (2025-...), which starts at €57700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Italy |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €63200 | €57700 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 8 FWD (2025-...).
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 750 km | 572 km |
| Range (GCC) | 638 km | 486 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 101 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 97.2 kWh | 74 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km | 15.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.56 km/kWh | 6.57 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.9 | 8.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the DS 8 FWD (2025-...) maxes out at 160 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) has more power, the DS 8 FWD (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 206 kW | 191 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 276 hp | 256 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...) and DS 8 FWD (2025-...) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4834 mm | 4834 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1574 mm | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905 mm | 2905 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 FWD (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the DS 8 FWD Long Range (2025-...).
| Property | DS 8 FWD Long Range | DS 8 FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2180 kg | 2132 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 620 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 6.7 |
