One hundred and twenty years after the passing of Jules Verne, DS Automobiles pays tribute to the visionary French novelist with a special edition of its DS 7 SUV, inspired by Five Weeks in a Balloon. This exclusive collection blends elegance, innovation, and imagination, turning every drive into a voyage worthy of Verne’s literary adventures.
On the outside, the DS 7 Jules Verne stands out with refined and symbolic details: a chrome “Jules Verne” badge on the hood, gold wheel centers, a side emblem illustrating the author’s universe, dynamic scrolling rear lights, and 19-inch EDINBURGH alloy wheels. Its panoramic glass sunroof, framed by acoustic glass, invites passengers to look up and dream—an homage to Verne’s spirit of exploration captured in Les Voyages extraordinaires.
Inside, the cabin exudes French craftsmanship and sophistication. The exclusive Alcantara upholstery, finished in Bleu Éternel and Perle tones, harmonizes with finely detailed dashboard stitching and signature headrests. Illuminated PolyAmbient LED lighting interacts with the dual 12.3-inch digital displays, creating a cockpit that feels both futuristic and poetic. Heated and power-adjustable front seats, combined with wireless smartphone charging, ensure that comfort meets modern connectivity, crafting an interior that stimulates both the senses and the imagination.
Under the hood, the DS 7 Jules Verne is powered by a 1.5-liter BlueHDi Diesel engine delivering 130 horsepower, paired with an automatic transmission for a smooth and efficient drive. While its design pays homage to the romance of Verne’s world, its engineering remains firmly anchored in contemporary performance and sustainability.
As expected from the French marque, the model comes with cutting-edge technology: DS DRIVE ASSIST, DS PIXEL LED VISION 3.0, DS IRIS SYSTEM, 360 Vision, a power tailgate, and panoramic roof all come standard, offering a seamless blend of comfort, safety, and innovation.
By merging the literary imagination of Jules Verne with the avant-garde DNA of DS Automobiles, this special edition reaffirms the brand’s philosophy—to create vehicles that inspire emotion and elevate technology to art.
As Xavier Peugeot, CEO of DS Automobiles, eloquently states: “If Jules Verne were alive today, he would be fascinated by the onboard technology, the smoothness of the drive, and the refinement of the materials shaping our cars.”
Through this limited edition, DS Automobiles transforms the spirit of exploration into a tangible driving experience—an ode to curiosity, craftsmanship, and French elegance.
