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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or CUPRA Leon SP Wagon?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs CUPRA Leon SP Wagon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • very slightly more power
  • marginally more efficient
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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 9

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.

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly cheaper – starting at 37,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon with 1.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers substantially more range – reaching up to 130 km, about 55 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Leon SP Wagon

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers very slightly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 333 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers moderately more torque with 520 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Leon SP Wagon is clearly lighter – 1,416 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 448 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon offers slightly more boot space – 620 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Leon SP Wagon carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Leon SP Wagon 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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Leon SP Wagon

CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 124 - 130 km
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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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CUPRA Leon SP Wagon

The CUPRA Leon Sportstourer turns the humble family wagon into something that looks and drives like it belongs on the racetrack while still swallowing your shopping and weekend gear without complaint. Stylish, practical and with a cabin that feels grown-up, it’s the kind of car for buyers who demand function but don’t want to hide the fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
37,900 - 50,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
124 - 130 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
29 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,416 - 1,756 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 620 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,799 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
394 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
150 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
110 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, F, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
CUPRA
Is the DS Automobiles DS 9 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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