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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 9

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.

Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Skoda Octavia Limousine with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Octavia Limousine

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 1 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:

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, Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers somewhat more boot space – 600 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries moderately more – 545 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly superior 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Skoda
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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