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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Toyota Corolla – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Toyota Corolla?

DS Automobiles DS 4

Toyota Corolla

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Corolla has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28600 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Toyota Corolla has a evident edge – offering 178 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs slightly better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

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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 curb weight, Toyota Corolla is barely noticeable lighter – 1420 kg compared to 1558 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers slightly more room – 430 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 69 L.

In maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs somewhat better – up to 1240 L, which is about 188 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla hardly perceptible takes the win – 450 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 8 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Corolla proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.40 L
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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
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
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100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1558 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

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Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
DS Automobiles
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Toyota

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Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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