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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Discovery Sport

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,623 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 75 km, about 17 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

DS 9

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 269 HP. That’s roughly 91 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers barely more torque with 540 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Discovery Sport

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 only slightly lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 85 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers visibly more boot space – 780 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 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.

from £55,100
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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Reviews Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the Land Rover Discovery Sport?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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