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Citroen C3 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (145 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 Aircross or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Citroen C3 Aircross vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C3 Aircross

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.

Citroen C3 Aircross is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,889 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 325 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

C3 Aircross

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, Citroen C3 Aircross is substantially lighter – 1,312 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 552 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers barely more boot space – 510 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries only slightly more – 489 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,200 - 28,900 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 134 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
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
407 - 462 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Citroen C3 Aircross have?

The Citroen C3 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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