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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs DS Automobiles DS 7 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or DS Automobiles DS 7?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs DS Automobiles DS 7: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • markedly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 7

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  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 7 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,945 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 7 with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

DS 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.

Both models deliver identical power – 130 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 7 takes 11.9 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

DS 4

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is marginally lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,651 kg. The difference is around 93 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 7 offers markedly more boot space – 555 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 125 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
DS Automobiles DS 4
DS Automobiles DS 7

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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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DS Automobiles DS 7

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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DS Automobiles DS 4
DS Automobiles DS 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
145 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,651 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
555 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,891 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
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
DS Automobiles
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