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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ford Puma comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 168 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Ford Puma?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ford Puma: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • only slightly more efficient

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter

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:

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.

Ford Puma is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Puma

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Puma offers noticeably more power – delivering 168 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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, Ford Puma is moderately lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Puma carries barely more – 469 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma is decisively 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 £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 404 - 417 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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Marco
29 Jan 2026, 11:36:48

Exceptional car — after a year of use, no problems, only pleasant surprises.

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Dino
23 Dec 2025, 21:51:22

76,000 km in 4 years. Two services carried out. Nothing more.

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Nigga nigga long
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:50

For nigga boys

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Adolf hitler
13 Dec 2025, 19:32:08

Piece of rubbish
Looks gay

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 135 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
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
367 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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