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BMW XM vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or DS Automobiles DS 9?

BMW XM vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

BMW XM

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

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.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is significantly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61,062 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW XM offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 80 km, about 5 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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 BMW XM offers significantly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is substantially 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 BMW XM delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

XM

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is substantially lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 831 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers very slightly more boot space – 527 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries only slightly more – 525 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 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
BMW XM
DS Automobiles DS 9

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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 XM
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
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