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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Maserati Quattroporte comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 147,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Maserati Quattroporte?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Maserati Quattroporte: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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Maserati Quattroporte

  • slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Maserati Quattroporte costs 147,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 92,406 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati Quattroporte with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 9.9 L/100km.

Quattroporte

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 Quattroporte 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 Quattroporte is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Quattroporte is slightly faster – reaching 288 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Quattroporte delivers a bit more torque with 580 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,055 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Quattroporte offers marginally more boot space – 530 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries only slightly more – 489 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly superior 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 : 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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Maserati Quattroporte

The Maserati Quattroporte is a grand touring saloon that wraps Italian drama and handcrafted luxury around a chassis that clearly wants to be driven. For buyers who prefer emotion to spreadsheet-friendly logic, it makes a memorable entrance and rewards spirited journeys with a sonorous exhaust and sharp steering.

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Maserati Quattroporte

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
147,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
252 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
2,055 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
5,262 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,948 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,481 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
485 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
288 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
316 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,979 cm3

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