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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or VW Polo?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Polo: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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VW Polo

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially 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 Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,822 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 153 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers clearly 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?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 721 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 159 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 9 carries only slightly more – 489 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 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.

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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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 9

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VW Polo

The Polo is a well-built, comfortable hatchback that blends a refined cabin and composed manners into a compact package. It's easy to live with day to day, offering sensible space, tidy controls and reassuring quality that make it a practical choice for city or longer trips.

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4.2 (4 Reviews)
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Michel
13 Jun 2026, 15:24:46

Nice, spacious car with many options available (panoramic roof and travel assist).

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,934 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
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
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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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