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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Maserati Ghibli?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,775 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Ghibli

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 Maserati Ghibli offers considerably more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 300 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is noticeably faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 83 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Ghibli delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 280 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 clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers a bit more boot space – 500 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries markedly more – 577 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Ghibli 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 £88,800
Ghibli

Maserati Ghibli

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 330 - 430 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
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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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Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Maserati
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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