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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 62,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • a bit cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Velar

  • a bit more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs 62,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,891 £.

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 Range Rover Velar with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 75 km, about 17 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

Range Rover Velar

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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers a bit more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Velar delivers moderately more torque with 650 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 130 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, DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,003 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers only slightly more boot space – 552 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar carries moderately more – 587 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 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.

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DS 9

DS Automobiles DS 9

  • Engine Type Plug-in 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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Land Rover Range Rover Velar

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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 Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
62,000 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
103 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,003 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,933 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
460 - 587 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, 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
204 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
430 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
150 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 - 2,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Land Rover
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