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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Subaru Crosstrek?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • barely 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:

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

Subaru Crosstrek is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,072 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Subaru Crosstrek offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Crosstrek is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 delivers visibly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 118 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is marginally lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers markedly more boot space – 430 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries slightly more – 505 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 4 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.

from £34,000
DS 4

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 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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DS Automobiles DS 4
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
174 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
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Subaru
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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