Compare performance (130 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Maxus Euniq 5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,422 £.
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 Maxus Euniq 5 offers visibly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Euniq 5 delivers marginally more torque with 310 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is somewhat lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 252 kg.
Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers significantly more boot space – 430 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 430 L.
When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries somewhat more – 541 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.
The Maxus Euniq 5 is narrowly ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
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Price
46,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
360 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,558 kg
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Curb weight
1,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
430 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4,400 mm
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Length
4,825 mm
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Width
1,830 mm
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Width
1,825 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Height
1,800 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
442 kg
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Payload
541 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
177 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
203 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
310 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
130 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Maxus
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