Compare performance (360 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Peugeot Expert Bus?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Peugeot Expert Bus is considerably cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,712 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Peugeot Expert Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is very slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers substantially more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 2,987 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries significantly more – 942 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 453 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
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Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
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co2
182 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
9
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
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Length
4,934 mm
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Length
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
486 - 489 kg
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Payload
921 - 942 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 360 HP
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Power HP
180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
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Torque
400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
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Power kW
132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Peugeot
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