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Audi A4 Limousine vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Audi A4 Limousine vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • substantially more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • barely more trunk space

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • marginally cheaper

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Audi A4 Limousine costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,851 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

DS 4

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 A4 Limousine offers substantially more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Limousine is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi A4 Limousine is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A4 Limousine delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

A4 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 A4 Limousine is barely lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries a bit more – 540 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A4 Limousine holds a decisive overall lead 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 £35,800
A4 Limousine

Audi A4 Limousine

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Audi A4 Limousine
DS Automobiles DS 4

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 is a striking compact that wears couture-inspired styling like a tailored suit, and its cabin feels more boutique hotel than ordinary hatchback with premium materials and clever detailing. On the road it mixes poise with comfort, rewarding drivers who want a refined, characterful alternative to the usual suspects — and enjoy the odd admiring glance at the lights.

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Audi A4 Limousine
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
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