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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Kia Sorento?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Sorento

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 Kia Sorento offers considerably more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers visibly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 297 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 275 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 243 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento 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 £46,900
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Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 55 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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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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20 May 2026, 09:46:15

Only Kia.....to me better in every way than Hyundai

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
87 - 174 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 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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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