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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,118 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Roadster with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

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 132 HP. That’s roughly 228 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 MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers significantly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 368 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 786 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 380 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries clearly more – 489 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 337 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.

from £55,100
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
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

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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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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
152 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
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