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DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (360 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (55,100 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 9 or VW Transporter Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 9 vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 9

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Transporter Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,565 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Transporter Transporter offers significantly more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 256 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

Transporter 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 markedly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers markedly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 105 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 marginally lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,872 kg. The difference is around 8 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries clearly more – 1,259 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 770 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 9 holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
28 - 38 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,934 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
486 - 489 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

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