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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or Volvo S90?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Volvo S90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo S90

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,251 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.4 L/100km.

S90

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 Volvo S90 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 325 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is somewhat faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Volvo S90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 409 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, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 354 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers barely more boot space – 453 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries somewhat more – 518 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 76 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Volvo
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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