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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mazda 6 Estate comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 194 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mazda 6 Estate?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mazda 6 Estate: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mazda 6 Estate

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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • 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.

Mazda 6 Estate is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 6 Estate with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

6 Estate

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 194 HP. That’s roughly 166 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Mazda 6 Estate takes 8.1 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Estate tops out at 223 km/h. The difference is around 27 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 258 Nm. That’s about 262 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, Mazda 6 Estate is markedly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 389 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 6 Estate offers marginally more boot space – 522 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 6 Estate carries somewhat more – 571 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 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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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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The Mazda 6 Estate marries elegant, flowing design with everyday practicality, so you get a grown-up wagon that still looks the part on a weekend escape. It rewards drivers with poised handling and a nicely finished cabin, proving that sensible family cars can be engaging — and a little bit cheeky — too.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
30,000 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
155 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,475 - 1,598 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,480 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,664 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
483 - 571 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
145 - 194 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 223 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
213 - 258 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
107 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
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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