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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Skoda Kamiq?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally more trunk space
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Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Kamiq is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,709 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 Skoda Kamiq offers a bit more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers somewhat more torque with 300 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 50 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is clearly lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers marginally more boot space – 430 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries a bit more – 539 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kamiq 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 £22,300
Kamiq

Skoda Kamiq

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
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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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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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