DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE Becomes First Electric Presidential Car for France
DS Automobiles unveils the DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE, the French Presidency's first official 100% electric car, set to join the presidential fleet for the 14 July 2026 parade.
- 350 hp
- 97.2 kWh
- Up to 740 km
- 25 cm
What Happened
The DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE, the French Presidency's first official 100% electric model, joins the president's fleet for the 14 July 2026 parade. DS Automobiles says the car continues a history of excellence uniting the brand and the presidency for over sixty years, from General de Gaulle's DS 19 to the large presidential saloons by Chapron. Designed as a mobile office, it combines comfort from a lengthened chassis and hydro-pneumatic suspension with security from built-in armour.
PRESIDENTIAL DS N°8 used for commemorations.
DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE joins the presidential fleet for the parade.
DS N°7 goes on sale after being available to order for a few weeks.
The ÉLYSÉE is based on the DS N°7 AWD Long Range and features full armour to presidential specifications. Its wheelbase is extended by 25 centimetres, and the running gear is adapted with exclusive hydro-pneumatic suspension, with shock absorbers developed in France. Power comes from a 100% electric 350 hp E-TENSE drivetrain with a 97.2 kWh battery and two motors driving all four wheels.
- Removable flag holders
- Special light signalling
- In-car security equipment
- Adjustable rear side window tinting
- Exclusive Liberty Blue body with illuminated DS LUMINASCREEN grille in Blue-White-Red
- Eternal Blue Nappa leather and Alcantara interior with Marianne laser engraving, 'RF' embroidery and Light Gold pearl stitching
- Armour and construction in Brittany by Centigon
- Battery in Hauts-de-France by ACC
- Electric motors in Grand-Est
- Suspension developed in Occitanie
- Audio systems developed and built in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
- Up to 740 km WLTP range
- From 120 g/km CO2
DS N°7, the new compact SUV replacing DS Automobiles' first creation DS 7, is now available to order and goes on sale in September. It brings the brand's advanced technologies, including DS DRIVE ASSIST 2.0, DS NIGHT VISION, DS PIXELVISION, an extended head-up display and the latest connectivity. The ÉLYSÉE, with its French-built battery, heralds the arrival of the N°7 as an ambassador for comfort, driving serenity and efficiency.
Previously from DS Automobiles
DS Automobiles unveiled the DS N°7 compact SUV on 9 July 2026, offering up to 740 km of WLTP electric range and a hybrid variant with CO2 emissions from 120 g/km. The DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE introduced today is a presidential version of that same model.
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of DS Automobiles's official releases.
Why this matters
The DS N°7 ÉLYSÉE marks the first time the French presidential fleet uses a fully electric official car, showcasing French EV technology and craftsmanship at the highest state level. It also previews the upcoming DS N°7 compact SUV, which offers up to 740 km of electric range and a hybrid option, giving premium buyers a new choice. The car's development draws on component makers across France, highlighting the country's industrial capabilities.
Terms in This Story
- E-TENSE
- DS Automobiles' brand name for its electrified powertrains, including hybrid and fully electric systems.
- Hydro-pneumatic suspension
- A suspension system that uses hydraulic fluid and a gas spring to absorb road shocks, providing a smooth ride.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure, a standardised test used to measure fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and electric range.
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