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Audi A3 Limousine vs DS Automobiles N°4 comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 224 HP), boot space and price (27,700 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Limousine or DS Automobiles N°4?

Audi A3 Limousine vs DS Automobiles N°4: Key differences

Audi A3 Limousine

  • slightly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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DS Automobiles N°4

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  • considerably more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A3 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A3 Limousine is slightly cheaper – starting at 27,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°4 costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,435 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°4 uses 3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Audi A3 Limousine with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

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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 Audi A3 Limousine offers significantly more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 224 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the DS Automobiles N°4 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A3 Limousine delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

A3 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A3 Limousine is barely lighter – 1,360 kg compared to 1,436 kg. The difference is around 76 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°4 offers very slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°4 carries slightly more – 542 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A3 Limousine is clearly superior overall 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.

from £27,700
A3 Limousine

Audi A3 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Audi A3 Limousine
DS Automobiles N°4

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Audi A3 Limousine

The Audi A3 sedan dresses up compact practicality in clean, premium lines, giving you the feel of an upscale small car with a proper boot. Inside it’s neat, driver-focused and nicely finished — a sensible, enjoyable daily companion that prefers poise over showy theatrics.

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DS Automobiles N°4

The DS Automobiles N°4 showcases French elegance and innovation at its finest, blending luxury and cutting-edge technology seamlessly. This model is distinguished by its sophisticated design and attention to detail, offering a driving experience that resonates with both performance enthusiasts and lovers of style. As a hallmark of DS Automobiles' commitment to excellence, the N°4 continues to redefine what it means to drive a luxury vehicle, providing comfort and dynamic performance in equal measure.

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Audi A3 Limousine
DS Automobiles N°4

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,700 - 94,300 £
Price
33,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 9.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
77 - 449 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 - 208 g/km
co2
0 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,360 - 1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,436 - 1,792 kg
Trunk capacity
321 - 425 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,816 - 1,851 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
415 - 480 kg
Payload
458 - 542 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
130 - 224 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
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