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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes GLB comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 43,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mercedes GLB?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes GLB: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes GLB

3.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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:

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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLB costs 43,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

GLB

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 GLB offers clearly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLB delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 215 Nm more.

DS 4

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is moderately lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,840 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers noticeably more boot space – 540 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries slightly more – 505 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLB 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.

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GLB

Mercedes GLB

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 431 - 631 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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Mercedes GLB

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19 Feb 2026, 02:39:00

Great car — very satisfied with the GLB 250 4MATIC.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
540 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
485 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
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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