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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs NIO EL6 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or NIO EL6?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs NIO EL6: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the NIO EL6 costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,880 £.

EL6

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL6 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 360 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is barely faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 400 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 considerably lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers visibly more boot space – 597 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 167 L.

For maximum load capacity, the NIO EL6 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,430 L, about 190 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL6 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 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.

from £45,900
EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 406 - 529 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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NIO EL6

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
597 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,854 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
NIO
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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