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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Polestar 2?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • visibly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially 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:

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,185 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is very slightly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 440 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 visibly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 511 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers only slightly more boot space – 430 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

For maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more capacity – up to 1,240 L, about 145 L more than the Polestar 2.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 4 carries marginally more – 442 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 holds a decisive overall lead 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 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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The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 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
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
412 - 421 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Polestar
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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