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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Genesis G70 Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Genesis G70 Shooting Brake?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Genesis G70 Shooting Brake: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is moderately cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,605 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

G70 Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers substantially more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is moderately faster – reaching 235 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 32 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake delivers noticeably more torque with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,727 kg. The difference is around 169 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers only slightly more boot space – 465 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,535 L, about 295 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake carries marginally more – 448 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is clearly superior overall 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 £39,600
G70 Shooting Brake

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 245 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

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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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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake turns the sporty saloon into a rakish estate, wrapping sleek fastback lines around a surprisingly practical rear while still feeling eager on a twisty road. Inside it spoils with premium materials and clever packaging, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury and usable cargo without sacrificing driving fun — a rare combo that actually makes sense.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
39,600 - 45,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
180 - 212 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,897 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
465 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,535 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
438 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 235 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Genesis
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