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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Espace comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Renault Espace?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Espace: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • a bit cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Renault Espace

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Renault Espace costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,565 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Espace uses 4.9 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Espace

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Espace offers noticeably more power – delivering 200 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 70 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Espace is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is slightly faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Renault Espace tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

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: Renault Espace offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is barely lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,673 kg. The difference is around 115 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Espace offers markedly more boot space – 692 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 262 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Espace offers significantly more capacity – up to 2,224 L, about 984 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Espace carries clearly more – 581 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Espace is far ahead 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 £37,500
Espace

Renault Espace

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 L/100km
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A very pleasant vehicle to drive, with excellent comfort and plenty of rear legroom.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
37,500 - 41,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
137 g/km
co2
110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,673 - 1,783 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
212 - 692 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,746 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
2,054 - 2,224 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
404 - 581 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
147 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Renault
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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