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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Toyota Proace Bus comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Toyota Proace Bus?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Toyota Proace Bus: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Toyota Proace Bus

  • barely cheaper
  • visibly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Proace Bus is barely cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,413 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

Proace Bus

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Proace Bus offers visibly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 10.9 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 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: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 277 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries significantly more – 1,265 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 823 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Proace Bus 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 £31,600
Proace Bus

Toyota Proace Bus

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 218 - 343 km
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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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The Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
218 - 343 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
825 - 1,265 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
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
136 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
260 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
100 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

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

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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