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Audi A4 Avant vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (470 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (37,200 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Audi A4 Avant vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Audi A4 Avant

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A4 Avant is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

DS 9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant offers markedly more power – delivering 470 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Avant is a bit faster – reaching 300 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Avant delivers moderately more torque with 600 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is slightly lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 269 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Avant carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is far ahead overall 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
Audi A4 Avant
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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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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Audi A4 Avant
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,200 - 122,500 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 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
126 - 220 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,820 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,750 - 4,782 mm
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,866 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,428 - 1,493 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,495 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,894 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
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