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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Hyundai Tucson comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (34000 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Hyundai Tucson?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Hyundai Tucson: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • decisively more efficient
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13080 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

Tucson

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 Tucson has a clearly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slight better – reaching 204 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 379 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 79 Nm difference.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is hardly perceptible lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1558 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers clearly perceptible more room – 620 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 559 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson a bit takes the win – 545 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson 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.

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 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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Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 4

Reviews Hyundai Tucson

5 (3 Reviews)
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Arvanitis Dimitri
12 Oct 2025, 14:52:44

It’s our second Tucson — a diesel manual and a petrol automatic. I can only confirm that our next one in 2027 will be 99.9% a Tucson again. Gorgeous, pleasant, economical and sporty. Top choice.

DS Automobiles DS 4
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption
Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1558 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Hyundai

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Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.