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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • marginally cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

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.

Mercedes E-Class Estate is marginally cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,448 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes E-Class Estate with 1.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers markedly more range – reaching up to 109 km, about 34 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers noticeably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 360 HP. That’s roughly 225 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 9 takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

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 1,900 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers moderately more boot space – 615 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries visibly more – 645 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E-Class Estate
DS Automobiles DS 9

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate
DS Automobiles DS 9

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
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