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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Lucid Air?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Lucid Air: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Lucid Air

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly 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.

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,880 £.

Air

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 Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1,121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 8.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is visibly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 127 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers clearly more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 1,640 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 512 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more boot space – 627 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries markedly more – 588 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 146 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is far ahead overall 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 £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 4

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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Jorge
1 Aug 2026, 19:02:25

The review contains an error: the price of the Lucid Air being evaluated corresponds to a version that accelerates from 0–100 km/h in around 4.7 seconds, which is slower than the MG Cyberster. The sub-2-second acceleration figures refer to the Lucid Air Sapphire, which is the most expensive version with a much higher price.

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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
442 kg
Payload
430 - 588 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lucid
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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