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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Volvo EC40 comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or Volvo EC40?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs Volvo EC40: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • somewhat lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Volvo EC40

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  • slightly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Volvo EC40 is slightly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,546 £.

As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 510 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

EC40

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EC40 offers moderately more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers visibly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is somewhat lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers noticeably more boot space – 510 L compared to 404 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries somewhat more – 489 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EC40 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.

from £46,500
EC40

Volvo EC40

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 238 - 442 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 486 - 585 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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Volvo EC40

The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
46,500 - 56,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
486 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
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Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
404 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,873 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
395 - 435 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Volvo
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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