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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Skoda Superb Limousine - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (360 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (55100 £ vs 34200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Skoda Superb Limousine?

DS Automobiles DS 9

Skoda Superb Limousine

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Superb Limousine has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55100 £. That’s a price difference of around 20880 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Skoda Superb Limousine manages with 0.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 9 with 1.20 L. The difference is about 0.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Skoda Superb Limousine performs convincingly better – achieving up to 137 km, about 62 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Superb Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

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 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 360 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 9 pulls noticeable stronger with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Skoda Superb Limousine is to a small extent lighter – 1559 kg compared to 1864 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers evident more room – 645 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Superb Limousine to a small extent takes the win – 580 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Skoda Superb Limousine shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,200
Superb Limousine @ Škoda Auto a.s. / Škoda Storyboard

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.3 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 128 - 137 km
DS Automobiles DS 9
Skoda Superb Limousine

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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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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Skoda Superb Limousine
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Costs and Consumption

Price
55100 - 74100 £
Price
34200 - 50500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L
Consumption L/100km
0.3 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
8 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1864 - 1931 kg
Curb weight
1559 - 1734 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Length
4934 mm
Length
4912 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1481 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1635 - 1795 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
539 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2021 - 2023
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the DS Automobiles DS 9 have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.