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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot Rifter 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 Peugeot Rifter?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly 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 Rifter is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,220 £.

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

Rifter

Engine and Performance:

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 considerably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 230 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 Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 5.7 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.

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: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is markedly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries clearly more – 814 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 325 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 stands well ahead of its rival 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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Peugeot Rifter

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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 Rifter

The Peugeot Rifter is a practical, family-friendly people carrier that makes everyday errands and weekend escapes feel effortless thanks to its airy cabin and clever, flexible interior. With chunky, purposeful styling and storage solutions everywhere, the Rifter manages to be both unashamedly useful and unexpectedly likeable.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
142 - 157 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
1,498 - 1,694 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
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic 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
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
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