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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • a bit more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,359 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 9 with 1.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers slightly more range – reaching up to 88 km, about 13 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

A Class Saloon

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 a bit more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is moderately 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.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers moderately more torque with 520 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 70 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 414 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries barely more – 490 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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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A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 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 Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 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
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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