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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Master Transporter comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Renault Master Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Master Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Renault Master Transporter

  • noticeably more power
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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 somewhat cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Renault Master Transporter costs 38,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,670 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Renault Master Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Master Transporter

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 Renault Master Transporter offers noticeably more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.9 s, while the Renault Master Transporter takes 13.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Master Transporter delivers clearly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 80 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 4 offers more seats – 5 vs 3.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,128 kg. The difference is around 570 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Transporter carries considerably more – 1,846 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,404 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Transporter stands well ahead of its rival 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 £38,600
Master Transporter

Renault Master Transporter

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 12.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.7 - 25.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 177 - 448 km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Renault Master Transporter

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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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Renault Master Transporter

The Renault Master is a pragmatic workhorse that swallows cargo with an unbothered grin, offering clever practicality and load-friendly packaging for tradespeople and fleet buyers. It won’t excite like a sports car, but it steers predictably, runs economically and gets the job done day after day — like a reliable colleague who never calls in sick.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Renault Master Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
38,600 - 55,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 12.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.7 - 25.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
177 - 448 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 318 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
2,128 - 2,598 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
902 - 1,846 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.5 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Renault
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