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BMW 5 Series Touring vs DS Automobiles DS 9 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BMW 5 Series Touring or DS Automobiles DS 9?

BMW 5 Series Touring

DS Automobiles DS 9

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

5 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 5 Series Touring has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 52500 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55100 £. That’s a price difference of around 2538 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 9 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 5 Series Touring with 2.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW 5 Series Touring performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 98 km, about 23 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

DS 9 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

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 BMW 5 Series Touring has a convincingly edge – offering 727 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Touring is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.60 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 5 Series Touring pulls convincingly stronger with 1000 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm difference.

5 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

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 curb weight, BMW 5 Series Touring is minimal lighter – 1850 kg compared to 1864 kg. The difference is around 14 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 5 Series Touring offers slightly more room – 570 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 5 Series Touring distinct takes the win – 620 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 5 Series Touring proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 5 Series Touring is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BMW 5 Series Touring
DS Automobiles DS 9

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5 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press

BMW 5 Series Touring

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 6.1 L
  • Electric Range : 66 - 98 km

BMW 5 Series Touring

The BMW 5 Series Touring takes executive elegance and stretches it into a practical estate, marrying refined interior comfort with everyday usability. It drives with reassuring poise, offers plenty of space for luggage or a small life's worth of gear, and somehow manages to look sharper than most saloons in the car park — a compelling choice if you want luxury without surrendering practicality.

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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 5 Series Touring
DS Automobiles DS 9
5 Series Touring @ BMW Group Press
DS 9 @ DS Automobiles / Stellantis Media

Costs and Consumption

Price
52500 - 125500 £
Price
55100 - 74100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
66 - 98 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
18.6 - 19.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 157 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 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
1850 - 2550 kg
Curb weight
1864 - 1931 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 570 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
5060 - 5096 mm
Length
4934 mm
Width
1900 - 1970 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1515 - 1516 mm
Height
1459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1630 - 1700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 620 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
330 - 1000 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, C, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the BMW 5 Series Touring have?

The BMW 5 Series Touring is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.

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