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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 42,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or VW ID. Buzz Bus?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW ID. Buzz Bus: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • marginally more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly more trunk space
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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.

VW ID. Buzz Bus is noticeably cheaper – starting at 42,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,225 £.

As for electric range, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 485 km, about 410 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

ID. Buzz Bus

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 marginally more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Bus tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Bus delivers visibly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

DS 9

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,400 kg. The difference is around 536 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID. Buzz Bus offers significantly more boot space – 1,340 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 830 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Bus carries somewhat more – 600 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID. Buzz Bus 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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ID. Buzz Bus

VW ID. Buzz Bus

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 329 - 485 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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DS Automobiles DS 9
VW ID. Buzz Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
42,900 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
329 - 485 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 86 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
2,400 - 2,780 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
1,121 - 1,340 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
4,712 - 4,962 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,985 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,924 - 1,927 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,205 L
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
462 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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