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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Lexus RC - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (34000 £ vs 82300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Lexus RC?

DS Automobiles DS 4

Lexus RC

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

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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34000 £, while the Lexus RC costs 82300 £. That’s a price difference of around 48351 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 4 manages with 5.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.80 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Lexus RC has a decisively edge – offering 464 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.30 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RC performs evident better – reaching 270 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RC pulls significantly stronger with 520 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.

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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: DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is slightly lighter – 1558 kg compared to 1715 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more room – 430 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, Lexus RC somewhat takes the win – 535 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RC proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RC is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £82,300
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Lexus RC

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 11.80 L
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Lexus RC

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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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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
82300 - 101500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
11.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1558 kg
Curb weight
1715 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4710 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1845 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1390 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
4969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2021 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lexus

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Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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