DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Kia EV3 – Which car suits you better?

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

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.

Kia EV3 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3129 £.

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 Kia EV3 has a distinct edge – offering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is clearly 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 DS Automobiles DS 4 performs a bit better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 pulls minimal stronger with 300 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 17 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is somewhat lighter – 1558 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 242 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers slight more room – 460 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs slight better – up to 1251 L, which is about 11 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

All in all, the Kia EV3 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.