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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 9

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 250,920 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 12.3 L/100km.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 410 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is noticeably faster – reaching 338 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 88 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is only slightly lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 19 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers substantially more boot space – 510 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries a bit more – 489 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 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.

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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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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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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Aston Martin
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