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Audi A1 vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Audi A1 vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A1 is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,006 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.

DS 4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers markedly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers barely more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is noticeably lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers clearly more boot space – 430 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 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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Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
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The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
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Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
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Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Audi A1 have?

The Audi A1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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