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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Citroen C5 X comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Citroen C5 X?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Citroen C5 X: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • moderately cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Citroen C5 X

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

DS 4

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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Citroen C5 X costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,451 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Citroen C5 X uses 5.1 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

C5 X

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 Citroen C5 X offers moderately more power – delivering 145 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Citroen C5 X is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm more.

DS 4

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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is very slightly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,591 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C5 X offers clearly more boot space – 545 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries very slightly more – 442 kg compared to 399 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 4 has the upper hand 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 £34,000
DS 4

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
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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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Citroen C5 X

Citroen C5 X combines the poise of a sleek crossover with the practicality of an estate, delivering a calm, comfortable cabin that feels designed for long, relaxed journeys rather than racetrack drama. If you want a car that pampers passengers, swallows everyday luggage and glides over rough roads like a diplomat dodging awkward questions, this is your kind of transport.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
39,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,591 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
545 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
399 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.4 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
107 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Citroen
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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