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Citroen C4 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (20600 £ vs 41900 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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DS Automobiles DS 7

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 21318 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 7 manages with 1.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Citroen C4 performs significantly better – achieving up to 427 km, about 362 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 7.

DS 7

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 DS Automobiles DS 7 has a clearly edge – offering 360 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 7 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.70 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs a bit better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: DS Automobiles DS 7 pulls clearly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

C4

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 curb weight, Citroen C4 is somewhat lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1651 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers minimal more room – 555 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 7 performs noticeable better – up to 1750 L, which is about 390 L more than the Citroen C4.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 7 slight takes the win – 424 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The DS Automobiles DS 7 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
DS Automobiles DS 7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £41,900
DS 7

DS Automobiles DS 7

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.5 L
  • Electric Range : 50 - 65 km
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Citroen C4
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Citroen C4

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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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 7

5 (1 Reviews)
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The DS 7 wraps Parisian elegance into SUV practicality, with sculpted surfaces, a jewel-like grille and an interior that feels more boutique lounge than family transporter. It appeals to buyers who want style and comfort without shouting, delivering a refined ride and clever tech that make daily driving feel a little more special — and yes, it’ll turn heads in the school run.

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4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 7

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Price
41900 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
50 - 65 km
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
30 - 145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Curb weight
1651 - 2002 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Length
4593 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Width
1891 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Height
1625 mm
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Max trunk capacity
1750 L
Payload
381 - 406 kg
Payload
398 - 424 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
130 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
195 - 235 km/h
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
300 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Citroen
Brand
DS Automobiles

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What drivetrain options does the Citroen C4 have?

The Citroen C4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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