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Lucid Air vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (1,251 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (72,900 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lucid Air or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Lucid Air vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Lucid Air

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • moderately 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 9 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,777 £.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers significantly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 807 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 Lucid Air offers considerably more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 891 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is clearly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 1,420 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 9 is moderately lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers somewhat more boot space – 627 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries somewhat more – 588 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air 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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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 km
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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
627 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
430 - 588 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Lucid
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Lucid Air offered with different drivetrains?

The Lucid Air is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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