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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 830 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 338,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • substantially 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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe costs 338,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 304,594 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 10.3 L/100km.

12Cilindri Coupe

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 Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 830 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 700 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is substantially faster – reaching 340 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 137 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe delivers significantly more torque with 678 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 378 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 very slightly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 2 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers markedly more boot space – 430 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 4 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
338,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.5 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
353 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
92 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,733 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,292 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
830 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
340 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
678 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
611 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
6,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ferrari
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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