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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 54,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Kia EV9?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Kia EV9: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • visibly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

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  • barely cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeably 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.

Kia EV9 is barely cheaper – starting at 54,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 918 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 563 km, about 488 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

EV9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV9 offers noticeably more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is visibly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 528 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries markedly more – 615 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 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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EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 443 - 563 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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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
54,200 - 78,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
542 - 615 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Kia
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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