Compare performance (130 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Peugeot Expert Bus?
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.
Peugeot Expert Bus is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 609 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
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 Peugeot Expert Bus offers noticeably more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Expert Bus is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is visibly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers substantially more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 3,067 L.
When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries significantly more – 942 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 500 kg.
The Peugeot Expert Bus 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.
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.
detailsThe Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
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Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
137 g/km
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co2
182 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
53 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
9
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,558 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
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Trunk capacity
430 L
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Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
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Length
4,400 mm
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Length
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Width
1,830 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,470 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
442 kg
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Payload
921 - 942 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
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Max Speed
203 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
300 Nm
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Torque
400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
132 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Peugeot
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