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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Ford Transit Bus comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Ford Transit Bus?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Ford Transit Bus: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Ford Transit Bus

  • barely cheaper
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 9

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,580 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.4 L/100km. The difference is about 8.2 L/100km.

Transit Bus

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers markedly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is noticeably lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 474 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers significantly more boot space – 510 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 510 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries clearly more – 1,162 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 673 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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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
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
245 - 248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
9
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
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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