The name of the DS brand is derived from the French Déesse, which means "goddess". As the flagship sedan of the brand, DS 9 has been released as early as the third quarter of 2020, and the DS 9 currently sold worldwide is produced in China, which greatly confirms the importance that DS attaches to the Chinese market. The brand side also said that the DS 9 purchased by Chinese consumers has a uniform high quality worldwide.
The DS 9 is positioned as a medium to large sedan, with a body size of 4933/1855/1468 mm and a wheelbase of up to 2895 mm, which is already the largest of the EMP2 platforms, and is significantly longer and wider than competitors such as the Volvo S60. For a flagship sedan positioned as a luxury brand, having a slender and wide body is the basis for showing its aura.
The "three-dimensional diamond" design is the main design inspiration for the hexagonal net, and the flying wing chrome trim stretches along the edge of the net to the sides to the sides, this avant-garde Parisian aesthetic will make you remember it at first sight. The Star Diamond "Paris Lights" LED headlights with adaptive illumination and intelligent near and far light adjustment can be adjusted according to the steering wheel rotation angle, driving speed and weather conditions.
The DS 9 through-line waistline is very tall, and the waistline slowly slides down at the rear of the car, while the line on the underside of the body rises upwards, and the gradually narrowing rear makes the entire side shape more stretched. The hidden door handles, which are mostly used in new energy models, are also equipped with the DS 9, which can be popped up with a light press, which not only reduces wind resistance, but also increases the sense of ceremony.
The 19-inch Versailles diamond cut rim is visually stunning, with tires from the Michelin-based PS4 series measuring 235/45 R19.
The shape of the tail is still mainly simple, and the large-angle diagonal cut tail is combined with the slightly upturned ducktail of the luggage compartment cover, which looks exquisite in motion. Inspired by the Louvre, the 196 LED beads are soft but sparkling when projected onto the lampshade.
When it comes to the interior of the DS, everyone's first reaction must be full of luxury taste. Indeed, I dare say that in the current luxury brands, no brand of any car has the ability to compare with DS in the achievements of playing with leather.
The flat-bottomed four-spoke steering wheel is very particular in design, the surface is almost completely wrapped in leather, and the touch is impeccable. However, this steering wheel still retains a trace of the stubbornness of the French car, and the rear paddle shifter does not follow the steering wheel, which sounds a little familiar.
The 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel is large and the interior design is full of diamond-shaped elements. The internal menu includes functions such as maps and assisted driving, and the UI design is very fine and the display effect is outstanding.
The central control screen is also 12.3 inches, with a built-in DS CONNECT intelligent interconnection system, and there are Also CarPlay and Baidu CarLife functions, which can meet the needs of daily use. The carved clock from the B.R.M is above the central control screen, and it will automatically flip up the moment the vehicle starts, and the ceremony is full, as if it has started the life of the DS 9.
The bracelet seat has a strong familial feature, and the nappa leather-wrapped seat is undoubtedly good in terms of touch and comfort. The front seats are equipped with leg rests, massage and other functions, and the passenger seats also have the rear boss button.
The front row is already intimate enough, and the rear row can also take care of the passengers very thoughtfully, and the aviation headrests, independent air conditioning, and seat heating/ventilation are all equipped, which can fully reflect the luxurious sense of its "presidential car".
The DS 9 has two power options, a plug-in hybrid system consisting of 1.6T+ motors, and our test drive, a 1.6T four-cylinder turbocharged engine with a maximum horsepower of 215 Ps (158 kW) and a maximum torque of 300 N·m.
Whether it is a fuel version or a plug-in model, the DS 9 is matched with an 8AT transmission, with a total of 4 driving modes, namely standard, sporty, comfortable and energy-saving.
The overall power output is very linear, especially in the case of low- and medium-speed driving. If you find the standard mode a little bland, the sport mode may bring you more fun. In Sport mode, the steering wheel boost becomes heavier, the engine responds faster, and the gearbox downshifts become more aggressive.
The DS 9 is equipped with magic carpet adaptive suspension, the system will scan and analyze the road conditions in front of it through the camera on the front windshield, predict the road conditions ahead, and actively adjust the softness of the suspension according to the road bumps within 150 milliseconds. In standard mode, the suspension is mainly based on comfort, and the bumps on the road surface can be well resolved. In sport mode, it is clear that the suspension has become stiffer and more supportive for the side.
The product strength displayed by DS 9 has a selling point and attraction that competitors of the same level do not have, and even in some hardware configurations can be compared with luxury brand flagship models, which is indeed very pleasing to consumers. If you don't want to go with the flow and experience a different style and quality, this car is still a good choice.