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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Max comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Toyota Proace Max?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Max: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially lighter
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Toyota Proace Max

  • substantially more electric range
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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 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.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Toyota Proace Max costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,856 £.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Max offers substantially more range – reaching up to 424 km, about 349 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Proace Max

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 noticeably more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers noticeably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 410 Nm. That’s about 110 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 3.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is substantially lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,790 kg. The difference is around 926 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Max carries clearly more – 1,460 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 971 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Max holds a decisive overall lead 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 £56,900
Proace Max

Toyota Proace Max

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 279 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 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
56,900 - 61,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
424 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
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,790 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
710 - 1,460 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
410 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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