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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (34000 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Volvo EX30?

DS Automobiles DS 4

Volvo EX30

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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.

Volvo EX30 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 986 £.

EX30

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a convincingly edge – offering 428 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 298 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 7.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs a bit better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls clearly stronger with 543 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 243 Nm difference.

DS 4

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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is slightly lighter – 1558 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers clearly perceptible more room – 430 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 112 L.

In maximum load capacity, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs somewhat better – up to 1240 L, which is about 240 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 4 to a small extent takes the win – 442 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Volvo EX30 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Volvo EX30 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £33,000
EX30

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
DS Automobiles DS 4
Volvo EX30

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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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Volvo EX30

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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
Volvo EX30

Costs and Consumption

Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 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
5
Curb weight
1558 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Volvo
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.