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Audi A8 vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Audi A8 vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Audi A8

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

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,291 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 75 km, about 17 km more than the Audi A8.

DS 9

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A8 offers noticeably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

A8

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers noticeably more boot space – 510 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 211 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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Audi A8

The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 260 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
525 - 700 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the Audi A8?

The Audi A8 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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