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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ford Ranger comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Ford Ranger?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Ford Ranger: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Ford Ranger

  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly 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:

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

DS Automobiles DS 4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,462 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Ranger

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 Ranger offers clearly more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers significantly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 397 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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 847 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries considerably more – 989 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 547 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger 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 £48,400
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 42 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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The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
42 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
70 - 265 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,918 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
845 - 989 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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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