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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Caddy comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or VW Caddy?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Caddy: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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VW Caddy

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW Caddy is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,321 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Caddy uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 9 with 1.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Caddy offers clearly more range – reaching up to 121 km, about 46 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly 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 VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 64 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is a bit lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 289 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries clearly more – 710 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 221 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Caddy 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.

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Caddy

VW Caddy

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 121 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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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DS Automobiles DS 9
VW Caddy

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW
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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