[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-new-ds-9-is-worth-talking-about\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-new-ds-9-is-worth-talking-about\/","headline":"The New DS 9 Is Worth Talking About","name":"The New DS 9 Is Worth Talking About","description":"Citroen\u2019s luxury sub-brand has revealed a stunning new luxury saloon Forget about getting a BMW 3 Series or a C-Class Mercedes, set your eyes on the new luxury DS 9. Citroen are going back to their roots of making stunning and highly advanced luxury cars, just as they once did in the 1950s with the original Citroen DS. This new DS seems to live up to the old legacy as it\u2019s kitted out with an advanced hybrid drivetrain, a very […]","datePublished":"2020-03-03","dateModified":"2020-03-03","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Citroen-DS-9-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Citroen-DS-9-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-new-ds-9-is-worth-talking-about\/","about":["Cars","Citroen","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":471,"keywords":["Citroen","Citroen DS 9","DS 9"],"articleBody":"Citroen\u2019s luxury sub-brand has revealed a stunning new luxury saloon Forget about getting a BMW 3 Series or a C-Class Mercedes, set your eyes on the new luxury DS 9. Citroen are going back to their roots of making stunning and highly advanced luxury cars, just as they once did in the 1950s with the original Citroen DS.This new DS seems to live up to the old legacy as it\u2019s kitted out with an advanced hybrid drivetrain, a very spacious and luxurious interior and cool features such as Active Scan (more on this in a second).  Firstly, the new DS 9 has a truly elegant style to it, completely segregating itself from the main Citroen brand\u2019s usual aesthetic. When we eventually have the pleasure of seeing this large, lavish limo in person, I\u2019m certain that no one is going to be pointing at it and saying \u2018look at that Citroen!\u2019. Sitting at 4.93 metres long and 1.85 metres wide, the DS 9 is about as big as a BMW 5 Series, so it\u2019s not quite land-yacht size, but it\u2019s not a small saloon either. With a slanted fastback-style rear and an aggressive-yet-luxurious face featuring a \u2018diamond\u2019 mesh, this French saloon is a serious contender for the luxury saloon market. On the inside, things get more interesting. Using a clever new architecture and a rather long wheelbase, the DS 9 maximises interior space for rear passengers making the car feel more limo-like when compared to the equivalent competitors. The seats (which are also heated, cooled and have massaging functions for the front seats) are truly exquisite and ultra-modern, with a \u2018watchstrap design\u2019 and the dash, along with a big portion of the rest of the interior, is covered in Nappa Leather. Where the original Citroen DS saloon was well-known for its hydropneumatic suspension, this new DS 9 is known for a cool quirk of its own. Active Scan Suspension uses an in-built camera to scan the road ahead and uses that information to adjust suspension accordingly. The damping of each wheel is prepared to ensure the smoothest possible ride, possibly even smoother than you would get in a Rolls Royce. In Citroen\u2019s official press release, the French automaker states the DS 9 \u201cprovides ride comfort without equal\u201d. The car also comes with Level 2semi-autonomous driving which will help maintain the car\u2019s speed and directionwithout driver intervention. All in all, the DS 9 is ridiculously cool andif the price rumours are anything to go by (starting at around \u00a330,000) thenthis really will have the big wigs at BMW, Audi and Mercedes sweating. Let us know what you think of the return ofthe luxury DS saloon in the comments!Also, if you enjoyed this, you may also enjoy reading all about the new quirky electric hatchback on the block, the Honda e."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The New DS 9 Is Worth Talking About","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-new-ds-9-is-worth-talking-about\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]