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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Hyundai Kona?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

Hyundai Kona

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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

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.

Hyundai Kona is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,920 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Kona

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 Hyundai Kona offers significantly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is somewhat faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 31 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 35 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, Hyundai Kona is moderately lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 188 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers marginally more boot space – 466 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 60 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries very slightly more – 490 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona is far ahead 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 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 Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 163 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
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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