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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Ford Ranger comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Ford Ranger?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Ford Ranger: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Ford Ranger

  • somewhat cheaper
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Ranger is somewhat cheaper – starting at 48,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,641 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Ranger with 3.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 75 km, about 33 km more than the Ford Ranger.

Ranger

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 markedly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 281 HP. That’s roughly 79 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers visibly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 177 Nm more.

DS 9

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, DS Automobiles DS 9 is visibly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 500 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 holds a decisive overall lead 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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Ford Ranger

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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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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Ford Ranger

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
70 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
845 - 989 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
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