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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 24,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mazda 3 Hatchback?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly more trunk space
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Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mazda 3 Hatchback with 5.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

3 Hatchback

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 Mazda 3 Hatchback offers visibly more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 56 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is barely lighter – 1,419 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Hatchback carries very slightly more – 485 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 43 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Hatchback is clearly superior 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 £24,500
3 Hatchback

Mazda 3 Hatchback

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.6 - 6.5 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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The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
24,500 - 35,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
126 - 146 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
1,419 - 1,549 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
470 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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