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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes GLS comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 92,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mercedes GLS?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes GLS: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mercedes GLS

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 92,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 58,685 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes GLS with 7.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

GLS

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLS offers clearly more power – delivering 404 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 274 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 450 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.

Seats: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is significantly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,580 kg. The difference is around 1,022 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more boot space – 430 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries significantly more – 820 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 378 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLS 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 £92,700
GLS

Mercedes GLS

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 336 - 404 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
92,700 - 104,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
206 - 226 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
2,580 - 2,670 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
810 - 820 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, 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
336 - 404 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
247 - 297 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3

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