Bitauto Original Not long ago, the 2024 DS 9 was officially launched. The main change of the new car is that it is equipped with the new IRIS intelligent interconnection system, and the past 7 configuration models have been reduced to one, which is the top configuration. version, priced at 349,900 yuan. To a certain extent, this car is a gift to French fans, and it is also the best French mass-produced car they can currently buy. Adhering to a professional attitude, we also went to the store as soon as possible to show French fans the actual photos of the 2024 DS 9 in the store.
The DS 9 is based on the PSA Group's EMP2 modular platform. Its design comes from Paris, but all DS 9s sold around the world are produced in China. For a long time, models from France have had their own unique flavor in design.
Fashionable appearance? It’s actually a classic
The internal and external design of the 2024 DS 9 has not changed much from before. The hexagonal air intake grille, rounded front, and sharp light groups bring some retro flavor. Many manufacturers pursue squinting eyes and a borderless style. In today's world of design elements such as grilles, DS 9 is still quite recognizable.
On the front face, the internal grid of the hexagonal air intake grille is very complex. This complex grid design is a major trend at present. The star-shaped LED headlights on both sides are connected to the grille, which is anthropomorphic. The atmosphere of transformation is strong. In addition, the blackened grille and just the right chrome trim create a nice noble atmosphere.
The first design point of the front of the car is the "DS Sword" on the hood. Together with the muscular lines of the hood, it can well convey the momentum of the brand's flagship; the S-shaped daytime running lights well outline the lines of the front of the car. . There is really nothing to fault about the front face of this car. It is not sharp, but it has enough flagship aura.
The proportions on the side of the vehicle are also very beautiful, and it can be regarded as a relatively regular mid-sized sedan. The sliding front, the faint body waistline, and the sliding line of the roof are all relatively harmonious. The body size of 4933/1855/1468mm is also relatively standard among B-class cars. The real-shot model is equipped with 19-inch wheels and tire size 235/45 R19, which has a good visual effect.
The profile treatment of the tail is also special: upturnedThe trunk lid and the raised rear apron focus the visual center of the rear. Together with the highly recognizable LED taillights on both sides, it has an elegant visual look.
A turn signal is also designed separately in the middle of the C-pillar of the vehicle for rear observation. This detail is not seen on most vehicles. Although I don’t know why the light group is placed here, it is quite special.
The DS brand is not favored by Chinese consumers due to various factors such as sales volume, pricing, channels, etc., but it is undeniable that DS has profound design skills. The DS 9, which comes from the fashion capital of the world, also has profound interior design skills. And special understanding.
Retro but high-quality interior
From a layout point of view, the interior of DS 9 is the same as its exterior, and it has nothing to do with the word "unconstrained": the traditional large central control screen, the traditional symmetrical design, and even cheaper Citroen models will be more attractive. Eyeball some.
But I always believe that the interior parameters alone are of little significance. The workmanship, materials and details are the key to creating a sense of luxury. It is worth mentioning that the thickness of the leather wrapped in the center console, center armrest box, door panels, etc. is satisfactory, which greatly enhances the good impression.
Since the 2024 DS 9 only launches one configuration this time: the Opera House Edition, there is no doubt that its interior is also fully displayed. The materials and stitching are all high-end - large areas of NAPPA leather. With leather, stylish pearl stitching, B.R.M clock, and excellent button feel, the Opera House Edition has nothing to fault in terms of materials and details.
However, its price has also reached nearly 350,000 yuan. If it is a slightly younger consumer, it may not be able to get its aesthetics, but older consumers will be faced with the tight-fitting high-grade leather and excellent workmanship of the entire vehicle. , clocks and metal decoration, you will still say: high-end.
The biggest change in the 2024 model is the 12-inch screen. This time DS 9 is equipped with a new IRIS intelligent interconnection system. This system supports simultaneous Bluetooth connection of two mobile phones. The voice system can control air conditioning and navigation. , phone, etc., and the entertainment function is connected to Himalaya, Kuwo Music, etc.
In addition, the newly added remote control function can interact with the car through the mobile app DS Life to realize remote control of vehicle-related functions and vehicle information query. At present, this system cannot be said to be a smart cockpit. It can only be said that compared with the previous models, it has made significant progress in ease of use. In particular, the problem of lagging has basically not appeared in the new model. In fact, it is equipped with wireless/wired CarPlay. The function is already available.
DS 9 is equipped with a 14-speaker Jinlang audio system with excellent sound quality. It is worth mentioning that the performance of classical music on this car is unexpected.
The night vision system is a configuration favored by French cars, and this car is also equipped with it, because European nighttime road lighting is not very good and wild animals are prone to appear, but there are not many opportunities to use this configuration in China.
The seats of the entire vehicle are quite soft. The NAPPA leather with excellent feel and thick padding definitely match or even exceed this price range in terms of seating feel. In addition, the length of the seat cushions is also good whether in the front or back rows. They are all relatively long and support the thighs very well.
The power part is a 1.6T turbocharged high-power engine. The tail mark of the vehicle is 45THP. The maximum output power reaches 158kW/5500rpm and the peak torque is 300N·m/1900-4500rpm.
Matched with this engine is an 8-speed manual transmission. The power of the 1.6T engine is not bad, after all, the current mainstream 2.0T engine is also of this level. Judging from my past experience with the old DS 9 and the DS 7 with the same powertrain, there is no problem with this combination’s power reserve, including the gearbox’s shifting experience. However, the speed of the turbine intervention is not too early. , so it will still be a little "bulky".
Matched with this engine is an 8-speed manual transmission. The power of the 1.6T engine is not bad, after all, the current mainstream 2.0T engine is also of this level. Judging from my past experience with the old DS 9 and the DS 7 with the same powertrain, there is no problem with this combination’s power reserve, including the gearbox’s shifting experience. However, the speed of the turbine intervention is not too early. , so it will still be a little "bulky".
But compared to the power, I will praise the suspension and chassis feel of this car. The DS 9 Opera House Edition is equipped with "Magic Carpet Active Hydraulic Suspension". This system can monitor road conditions through a high-speed camera, four height sensors and three acceleration sensors located in front of the car, and then the driving computer will adjust the suspension accordingly. The electronic signal fed back by the camera passes through MCU independently adjusts the solenoid valves on each suspension to complete the adjustment of the vehicle's suspension within 15 milliseconds to achieve compatibility between control and comfort. This suspension is generally quite comfortable. When faced with potholes of all sizes, the chassis can resolve vibrations and ups and downs very simply.
Summary: There are more and more new cars, and the homogeneity of design has made the word "sexy" further and further away from us. We can see that French cars have a high priority on design, which leads to most people When you first come into contact with DS models, it may not be easy to get started. Although they look good, they don’t seem to be that practical. But after careful review, in fact, the main selling point of this car is the design and materials. Their understanding of luxury lies purely in vision and touch, and they are even willing to compromise part of the experience.
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