DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes A-Class Saloon – Differences & prices compared

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

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.

Mercedes A-Class Saloon has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32700 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 1256 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A-Class Saloon manages with 0.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 4.50 L per 100 km.

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 Mercedes A-Class Saloon has a convincingly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 6.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 47 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A-Class Saloon pulls distinct stronger with 450 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon is barely noticeable lighter – 1450 kg compared to 1558 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers barely noticeable more room – 430 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class Saloon barely noticeable takes the win – 490 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

All in all, the Mercedes A-Class Saloon shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.