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Citroen C4 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (156 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 28400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or DS Automobiles DS 3?
C4
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Citroen C4 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 28400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7886 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Citroen C4 manages with 4.70 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Citroen C4: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 15.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.
As for electric range, the Citroen C4 performs minimal better – achieving up to 427 km, about 27 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.
DS 3
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
Both models deliver identical power – 156 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C4 is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C4 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 270 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.
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C4
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1403 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 510 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1360 L, which is about 310 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.
When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 3 somewhat takes the win – 466 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Citroen C4 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £20,600
Citroen C4
Citroen C4
DS Automobiles DS 3
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Citroen C4
4.7 (3 Reviews)
Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.
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DS Automobiles DS 3
The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.
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Citroen C4
DS Automobiles DS 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
20600 - 32000 £
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Price
28400 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
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Electric Range
400 km
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
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Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
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Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
4350 - 4580 mm
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Length
4118 mm
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Width
1800 - 1834 mm
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Width
1791 mm
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Height
1520 - 1525 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
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Max trunk capacity
1050 L
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Payload
379 - 406 kg
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
110 - 156 HP
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
150 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
81 - 115 kW
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?
The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.