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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes E Class comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mercedes E Class?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes E Class: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

  • visibly more efficient

Mercedes E Class

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  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • barely more trunk space

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.

Mercedes E Class is only slightly cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,590 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Mercedes E Class with 1.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class offers markedly more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 41 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

E Class

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes E Class offers markedly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 230 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E Class is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers barely more boot space – 540 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries visibly more – 640 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class 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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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
DS Automobiles DS 9
Mercedes E Class

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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 E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

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