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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Polestar 2?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Polestar 2 is markedly cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,089 £.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 584 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 Polestar 2 offers markedly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 520 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is very slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,015 kg. The difference is around 151 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries slightly more – 489 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 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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DS Automobiles DS 9
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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Polestar
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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