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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 32,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Kia EV4 Hatchback?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Kia EV4 Hatchback: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • somewhat lighter
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Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV4 Hatchback is barely cheaper – starting at 32,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,757 £.

EV4 Hatchback

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 74 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV4 Hatchback is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers only slightly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 17 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 somewhat lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 253 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV4 Hatchback offers very slightly more boot space – 435 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV4 Hatchback carries marginally more – 459 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV4 Hatchback stands well ahead of its rival 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 £32,200
EV4 Hatchback

Kia EV4 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 625 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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DS Automobiles DS 4
Kia EV4 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
32,200 - 42,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
440 - 625 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
435 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
445 - 459 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Kia
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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