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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs smart #1 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 368 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or smart #1?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs smart #1: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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smart #1

  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

smart #1 is markedly cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,375 £.

As for electric range, the smart #1 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 325 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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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 smart #1 offers only slightly more power – delivering 368 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers only slightly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 470 Nm. That’s about 50 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, DS Automobiles DS 9 is only slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 313 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries a bit more – 489 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #1 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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smart #1

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 368 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 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
40,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
400 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
1,900 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
313 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
425 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
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
368 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
470 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
271 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
smart
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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