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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or NIO EL8?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs NIO EL8: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,977 £.

As for electric range, the NIO EL8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 435 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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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 NIO EL8 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is visibly 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.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers noticeably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 330 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.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is significantly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 749 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers substantially more boot space – 510 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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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EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
NIO
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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