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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Jaguar I-Pace comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 400 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 79,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Jaguar I-Pace?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Jaguar I-Pace: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Jaguar I-Pace costs 79,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,223 £.

I-Pace

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 Jaguar I-Pace offers considerably more power – delivering 400 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 270 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar I-Pace is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is very slightly faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Jaguar I-Pace tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers considerably more torque with 696 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 396 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is considerably lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 668 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers noticeably more boot space – 638 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Jaguar I-Pace offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,453 L, about 213 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Jaguar I-Pace carries very slightly more – 444 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar I-Pace 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 £79,200
I-Pace

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 400 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 25.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 469 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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Jaguar I-Pace

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3.7 (2 Reviews)
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Stefan
3 Apr 2026, 10:23:27

The Ipace is a tragedy. Looks nice..but the quality is very low. After 30000km I changed the charger, I changed the heater..aprox 8000 euro cost. Not recomend in any eay. Avoid it!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
79,200 - 85,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
469 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
638 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,682 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
400 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
696 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
294 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Jaguar
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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