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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Land Cruiser comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 72,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Toyota Land Cruiser?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Land Cruiser: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Toyota Land Cruiser

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  • markedly 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:

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

DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 72,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,911 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Land Cruiser with 10.6 L/100km. The difference is about 9.4 L/100km.

Land Cruiser

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 significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers only slightly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 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.

Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers markedly more boot space – 742 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 232 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Land Cruiser carries clearly more – 750 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 261 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £55,100
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
DS Automobiles DS 9
Toyota Land Cruiser

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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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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
Toyota Land Cruiser

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
72,000 - 79,700 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.7 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
278 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,450 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
685 - 750 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
151 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,755 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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