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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Nissan Interstar?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Interstar

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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.

Nissan Interstar is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,921 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers considerably more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 335 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 189 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries significantly more – 1,447 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 958 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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The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Nissan Interstar

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Nissan
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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