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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Transporter comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 150 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 Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Toyota Proace Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Proace Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Proace Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,445 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Transporter with 6.4 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Toyota Proace Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 349 km, about 274 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Proace Transporter

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 150 HP. That’s roughly 210 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 Proace Transporter takes 12.1 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 370 Nm. That’s about 150 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 Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Proace Transporter is a bit lighter – 1,656 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 208 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Transporter carries considerably more – 1,323 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 834 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly superior 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.

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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 Transporter is a no-nonsense work van that pairs Toyota’s dependable reputation with smart practicality, so you can load, drive and finish the job without unnecessary drama. It won’t win design awards, but with a comfortable cab, sensible feature set and a focus on getting things done, it quietly keeps fleets and small businesses smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
31,600 - 51,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.4 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
23.8 - 23.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
349 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
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,656 - 2,100 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
955 - 1,323 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
120 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
260 - 370 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
88 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 2,184 cm3

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