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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (328,300 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DBS Superleggera Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible costs 328,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 273,205 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 12.3 L/100km.

DS 9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 410 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible is markedly faster – reaching 340 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 900 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is only slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,945 kg. The difference is around 81 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more boot space – 510 L compared to 260 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries a bit more – 489 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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DS 9

DS Automobiles DS 9

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 250 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 62 - 75 km
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible
DS Automobiles DS 9

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante is a roof‑down super GT that turns everyday drives into cinematic moments, its low‑slung stance and wide shoulders demanding attention wherever it goes. Beneath that elegant skin it feels ferocious and composed in equal measure, perfect for buyers who want exotic drama without giving up grand tourer comfort.

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DS Automobiles DS 9

The DS 9 is a striking French luxury saloon that pairs haute couture styling with a calm, composed ride that pampers passengers. Inside, meticulous craftsmanship and quirky DS details give the cabin real personality, making it an attractive choice if you want to stand out without sacrificing comfort.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Convertible
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
328,300 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
314 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,945 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
260 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,715 mm
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,295 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
340 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
DS Automobiles
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