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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs GWM ORA 03 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 171 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or GWM ORA 03?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs GWM ORA 03: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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GWM ORA 03

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

GWM ORA 03 is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,660 £.

As for electric range, the GWM ORA 03 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 420 km, about 345 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

ORA 03

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 substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 171 HP. That’s roughly 189 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 GWM ORA 03 takes 8.2 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 270 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, GWM ORA 03 is slightly lighter – 1,615 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more boot space – 510 L compared to 228 L. That’s a difference of about 282 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries visibly more – 489 kg compared to 355 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 holds a narrow 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
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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
33,400 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
310 - 420 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,615 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
228 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,848 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
315 - 355 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
171 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
126 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

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