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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Land Rover Discovery?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • substantially more trunk space
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,291 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

Discovery

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 very slightly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers markedly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 180 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: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 527 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers substantially more boot space – 986 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 476 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries noticeably more – 803 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 314 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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 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
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel 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
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Land Rover
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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