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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Peugeot 408?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Peugeot 408 is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,963 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Peugeot 408 with 2.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 408 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 456 km, about 381 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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers visibly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers markedly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 160 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 408 is noticeably lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 320 kg.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries marginally more – 489 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 408 has only a minor advantage 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 408

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 79 - 456 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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 9

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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Reviews Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Klaudia
15 Jan 2026, 19:46:29

This is one of the most beautiful cars of our time, in an era when every brand churns out cookie‑cutter models — as long as they look like an SUV. It's comfortable, incredibly spacious, picks up nicely on the road and always makes a great impression everywhere ;)

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
79 - 456 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 114 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
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
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
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
145 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
107 - 176 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, 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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