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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or DS Automobiles DS 9?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is slightly cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 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 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers barely more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers slightly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

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, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is barely lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries marginally more – 489 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 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.

from £55,100
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
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
DS Automobiles DS 9

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
131 - 179 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
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