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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Mercedes Vito Bus?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mercedes Vito Bus costs 36,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,353 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes Vito Bus with 6.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

Vito Bus

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 Vito Bus offers substantially more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is markedly faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 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 Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 960 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,990 L, about 3,750 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries significantly more – 1,077 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 635 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus 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.

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Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 km
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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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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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Reviews Mercedes Vito Bus

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Juan Ramírez
8 Apr 2026, 04:49:28

Comfort, useful space and engine — all good. It only seats two occupants, unless you ask otherwise.

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Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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