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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Vauxhall Combo comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Vauxhall Combo?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Vauxhall Combo: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
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Vauxhall Combo

  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly 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 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.

Vauxhall Combo is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,203 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Combo

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 considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 230 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Combo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo is visibly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 359 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Combo offers significantly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 540 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo carries visibly more – 695 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 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 £55,100
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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
22,900 - 28,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
141 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,644 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
775 - 1,050 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
544 - 695 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 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
250 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Vauxhall
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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