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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mazda CX-80?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,351 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

CX-80

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 Mazda CX-80 offers significantly more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers considerably more torque with 550 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 250 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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 573 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers markedly more boot space – 430 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 172 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries markedly more – 650 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 208 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 is decisively 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.

from £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 60 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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, 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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