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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Lucid Air?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Lucid Air: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Lucid Air

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,777 £.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers clearly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 807 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 891 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is noticeably faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 1,420 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 a bit lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers slightly more boot space – 627 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries somewhat more – 588 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air 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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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 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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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
430 - 588 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lucid
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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