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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (55100 £ vs 88800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Maserati Ghibli?

DS Automobiles DS 9

Maserati Ghibli

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 55100 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 9 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 7.40 L per 100 km.

Ghibli

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 Maserati Ghibli has a to a small extent edge – offering 430 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Ghibli performs somewhat better – reaching 286 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Ghibli pulls somewhat stronger with 580 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely noticeable lighter – 1864 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers slight more room – 510 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati Ghibli to a small extent takes the win – 577 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 sits well ahead of its rival 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.

DS Automobiles DS 9
Maserati Ghibli

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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
  • Electric Range : 62 - 75 km

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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Maserati Ghibli

The Maserati Ghibli cuts a striking figure with Italian flair, serving up rare elegance and a soundtrack that makes even mundane commutes feel cinematic. It’s a driver's car with comfortable manners and enough personality to turn heads, perfect for buyers who want grand tourer charisma without ostentatious showboating.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
55100 - 74100 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1864 - 1931 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4934 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Maserati
What drivetrain options does the DS Automobiles DS 9 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.