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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Hongqi E-HS9?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • visibly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • moderately 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:

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

DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,487 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 440 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

E-HS9

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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers visibly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers visibly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 150 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.

Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 841 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries only slightly more – 489 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 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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E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 515 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
68,600 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Hongqi
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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