DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Renault Mégane – Which car suits you better?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34000 £, while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1080 £.

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 Mégane has a convincingly edge – offering 218 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 3.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs noticeable better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

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 curb weight, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit lighter – 1558 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 161 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers slight more room – 430 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Mégane performs minimal better – up to 1332 L, which is about 92 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, Renault Mégane slight takes the win – 446 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

All in all, the Renault Mégane shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.