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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Fiat Tipo Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 19,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Fiat Tipo Hatchback?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Fiat Tipo Hatchback: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

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Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • very slightly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat Tipo Hatchback is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,272 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback uses 4.7 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Tipo Hatchback

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 Fiat Tipo Hatchback is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback is marginally faster – reaching 208 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Fiat Tipo Hatchback delivers only slightly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 20 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is slightly lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Fiat Tipo Hatchback offers very slightly more boot space – 440 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries marginally more – 442 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Fiat Tipo Hatchback 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 £19,700
Tipo Hatchback

Fiat Tipo Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.7 - 5.4 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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The Fiat Tipo is a sensible, spacious hatchback that prides itself on practical charm and everyday usability, perfect for buyers who want straightforward value rather than runway drama. It won’t turn heads for flash, but its comfortable ride, clever interior space and low-stress nature make it a smart, grown-up choice with a wink of character.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Fiat Tipo Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
19,700 - 25,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
122 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,368 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,792 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual 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
8.8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
240 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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