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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 52,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Mercedes E-Class Estate?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Mercedes E-Class Estate: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • marginally cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes E-Class Estate is marginally cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,448 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Estate with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 109 km, about 34 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

E-Class Estate

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 Estate offers visibly 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 Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate 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, DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers moderately more boot space – 615 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries noticeably more – 645 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 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 E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Mercedes E-Class Estate

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
44 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 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
540 - 645 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-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
4.1 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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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
G, E, F, B, D
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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