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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake comparison
Compare performance (360 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
DS 9
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,270 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers substantially more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 693 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.
CLA Shooting Brake
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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers barely more torque with 520 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 5 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, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is very slightly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.
Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers somewhat more boot space – 510 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries only slightly more – 489 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The DS Automobiles DS 9 is decisively ahead 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 Automobiles DS 9
DS Automobiles DS 9
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
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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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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.
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DS Automobiles DS 9
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Length
4,934 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
486 - 489 kg
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 360 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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