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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,348 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

C-Class Saloon

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 C-Class Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 550 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 720 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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is only slightly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 137 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 455 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
119 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
485 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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