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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Genesis G90?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Genesis G90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • somewhat more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,074 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 9.8 L/100km.

G90

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 Genesis G90 offers somewhat more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers very slightly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 29 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is visibly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 396 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 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.

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
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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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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 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
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

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