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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Toyota Proace Bus?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly 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.

Toyota Proace Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,516 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Bus offers considerably more range – reaching up to 343 km, about 268 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Proace Bus

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 120 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 Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Bus is only slightly lighter – 1,835 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 29 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries considerably more – 1,265 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 776 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 stands well ahead of its rival 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 Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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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