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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Chevrolet Corvette Roadster comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 97,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Chevrolet Corvette Roadster?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Chevrolet Corvette Roadster: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster costs 97,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,137 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster with 12.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

Corvette Roadster

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 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 8.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster delivers substantially more torque with 806 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 506 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is somewhat lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,767 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more boot space – 430 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 73 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries considerably more – 442 kg compared to 213 kg. That’s a difference of about 229 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 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 £97,100
Corvette Roadster

Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 482 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 12.6 - 16.5 L/100km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

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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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Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

The Chevrolet Corvette Roadster turns any commute into a headline, with sculpted, exotic-car looks and an electrically folding roof that invites you to drive with the sky on. Behind that stylish face is a jewel of a sports car that serves up sharp handling, a theatrical exhaust note, and more drama per mile than most rivals — great fun for buyers who want supercar sensation without supercar pretensions.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
97,100 - 162,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
289 - 377 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,767 - 1,944 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,934 - 2,025 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
156 - 213 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
5,460 - 6,162 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Chevrolet
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