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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Subaru BRZ?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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.

Subaru BRZ is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,089 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 L/100km.

BRZ

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers visibly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 589 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 273 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries slightly more – 489 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is decisively ahead 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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The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Subaru BRZ

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Subaru
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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