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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or MINI Countryman?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 9

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MINI Countryman is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,995 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 422 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Countryman

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 somewhat more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.6 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers marginally more torque with 520 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 26 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, MINI Countryman is moderately lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 294 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers barely more boot space – 510 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries only slightly more – 500 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is far ahead 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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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
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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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MINI Countryman

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Urszula
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Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
MINI
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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