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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mercedes EQT?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • very slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQT

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  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes EQT is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,203 £.

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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 DS Automobiles DS 4 offers very slightly more power – delivering 130 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 10.9 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Mercedes EQT tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 71 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm more.

DS 4

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 367 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers markedly more boot space – 551 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQT offers visibly more capacity – up to 1,979 L, about 739 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries slightly more – 531 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQT is far ahead 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 £27,800
EQT

Mercedes EQT

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 265 - 278 km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Mercedes EQT

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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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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Mercedes EQT

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
457 - 531 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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