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Citroen C4 vs DS Automobiles N°7 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 375 HP), boot space and price (20,700 £ vs 40,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C4 or DS Automobiles N°7?

Citroen C4 vs DS Automobiles N°7: Key differences

Citroen C4

4.6 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
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DS Automobiles N°7

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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

C4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Citroen C4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°7 costs 40,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,194 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C4 uses 4.7 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°7 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Citroen C4 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°7. That’s a difference of about 1.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 734 km, about 307 km more than the Citroen C4.

N°7

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 DS Automobiles N°7 offers substantially more power – delivering 375 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 219 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°7 delivers clearly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 239 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Citroen C4 is somewhat lighter – 1,403 kg compared to 1,556 kg. The difference is around 153 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles N°7 offers only slightly more boot space – 560 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°7 carries noticeably more – 562 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°7 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 £40,900
N°7

DS Automobiles N°7

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 375 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 539 - 734 km
Citroen C4
DS Automobiles N°7

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Citroen C4

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 N°7

Known commonly as the DS 7, this DS Automobiles model is a chic French compact SUV with bold, sculpted styling and a quietly luxurious cabin. It delivers a refined, comfortable ride and a premium feel through high-quality materials and thoughtful technology, appealing to buyers who want something distinctive from mainstream rivals.

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Citroen C4
DS Automobiles N°7

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,700 - 32,200 £
Price
40,900 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Electric Range
539 - 734 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 108 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,403 - 1,652 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,252 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Trunk capacity
500 - 560 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 - 1,834 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
379 - 406 kg
Payload
518 - 562 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Power HP
145 - 375 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Power kW
107 - 276 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
Citroen
Brand
DS Automobiles
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