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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs SERES 3 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 32,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or SERES 3?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs SERES 3: Key differences

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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SERES 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

SERES 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,166 £.

As for electric range, the SERES 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 301 km, about 226 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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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 clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 197 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 SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 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, SERES 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,765 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more boot space – 510 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 510 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries clearly more – 489 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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
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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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
32,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
301 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 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
1,765 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
300 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
SERES
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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