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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot 308 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 195 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 29,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Peugeot 308?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot 308: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Peugeot 308

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Peugeot 308 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,843 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 308 with 2.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 308 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 450 km, about 375 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 substantially more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 195 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Peugeot 308 takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

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

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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, Peugeot 308 is markedly lighter – 1,453 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 411 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers somewhat more boot space – 510 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 308 carries marginally more – 503 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 308 holds a narrow overall lead 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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Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 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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Peugeot 308

The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
29,200 - 42,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
81 - 450 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,453 - 1,749 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
314 - 412 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
430 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
131 - 195 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
230 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
96 - 143 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
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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