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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Maserati Ghibli?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Maserati Ghibli

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  • slightly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli offers slightly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is somewhat faster – 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: the Maserati Ghibli delivers slightly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is marginally lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers very slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries somewhat more – 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 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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Maserati Ghibli

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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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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
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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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
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,461 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
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
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Maserati
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