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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Land Rover Discovery?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,394 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Discovery

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 Land Rover Discovery offers clearly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 220 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 833 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers substantially more boot space – 986 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 556 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries clearly more – 803 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 361 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery 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 £67,400
Discovery

Land Rover Discovery

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 249 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
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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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Land Rover
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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