Compare performance (360 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (55100 £ vs 33800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or SsangYong Torres?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
SsangYong Torres has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21232 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 9 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 6.70 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres performs significantly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 387 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the SsangYong Torres tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 9 pulls evident stronger with 520 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 181 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, SsangYong Torres is clearly perceptible lighter – 1498 kg compared to 1864 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Torres offers clearly perceptible more room – 703 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.
When it comes to payload, SsangYong Torres somewhat takes the win – 552 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
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.
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.
detailsSsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
55100 - 74100 £
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Price
33800 - 44600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
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Electric Range
462 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1864 - 1931 kg
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Curb weight
1498 - 1618 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
4934 mm
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Length
4700 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Height
1710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1662 L
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Payload
486 - 489 kg
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Payload
552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
250 - 360 HP
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Power HP
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
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Power kW
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
SsangYong
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.