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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Lexus RC?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Lexus RC: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.6 L/100km.

RC

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 Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 104 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is marginally faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 520 Nm.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is very slightly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 149 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers noticeably more boot space – 510 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 holds a decisive 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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lexus
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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