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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda 2 Hybrid comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 116 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mazda 2 Hybrid?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda 2 Hybrid: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • slightly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 4

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.

Mazda 2 Hybrid is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,700 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda 2 Hybrid uses 3.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

2 Hybrid

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 DS Automobiles DS 4 offers slightly more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 116 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 2 Hybrid is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 2 Hybrid is visibly lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 378 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers clearly more boot space – 430 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 144 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries only slightly more – 442 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 2 Hybrid 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 £22,300
2 Hybrid

Mazda 2 Hybrid

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.8 - 4 L/100km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Mazda 2 Hybrid

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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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Mazda 2 Hybrid

The Mazda 2 Hybrid brings Mazda’s trademark driving flair to the city, combining smooth, efficient running with unexpectedly eager handling that keeps short trips engaging. Compact, nicely finished and sensible on running costs, it’s a clever choice for buyers who want the economy of a small car without sacrificing cabin quality or personality.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Mazda 2 Hybrid

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
22,300 - 28,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
87 - 93 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,180 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
286 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,745 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
116 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
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