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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Fiat 500 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 118 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Fiat 500?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Fiat 500: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • very slightly more power
  • considerably more trunk space
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Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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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:

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

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,843 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.

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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 DS 4 offers very slightly more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers visibly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 80 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is visibly lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 428 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers considerably more boot space – 430 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries markedly more – 442 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 117 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat 500 comes out clearly ahead 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 £17,100
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Fiat 500

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 65 - 118 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 190 - 331 km
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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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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Fiat 500

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
250 - 325 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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