Compare performance (750 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (274,300 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Super Series Roadster or DS Automobiles DS 9?
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.
DS Automobiles DS 9 is considerably cheaper – starting at 55,100 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 219,205 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Roadster with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 11 L/100km.
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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers clearly more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 390 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers markedly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: DS Automobiles DS 9 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,864 kg. The difference is around 426 kg.
Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 9 offers considerably more boot space – 510 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 452 L.
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.
The McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers the kind of razor-sharp performance and open-air drama that makes every twisty road feel like a private racetrack. It wraps jaw-dropping pace, cutting-edge design and surprisingly everyday usability into one impossibly exotic package — ideal for buyers who crave supercar theatrics while still needing something they can use on a weekend away.
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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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Price
274,300 £
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Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
62 - 75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
276 g/km
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co2
28 - 38 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,438 kg
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Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
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Trunk capacity
58 L
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,934 mm
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Width
2,161 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
-
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Payload
486 - 489 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
750 HP
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Power HP
250 - 360 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
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Torque
800 Nm
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Torque
320 - 520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
552 kW
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Power kW
183 - 265 kW
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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