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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs DS Automobiles DS 9 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 55,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or DS Automobiles DS 9?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs DS Automobiles DS 9: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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DS Automobiles DS 9

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 9 costs 55,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,298 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 9 uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 5.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers substantially more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 399 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 9.

DS 9

Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles DS 9 offers clearly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 9 is substantially faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 110 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 9 delivers barely more torque with 520 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

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 barely lighter – 1,864 kg compared to 1,916 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries substantially more – 884 kg compared to 489 kg. That’s a difference of about 395 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.

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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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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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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
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
55,100 - 74,100 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 1.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
62 - 75 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
28 - 38 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
1,864 - 1,931 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,934 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
486 - 489 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
250 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
320 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
183 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Mercedes Vito Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is available as Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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