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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or VW Golf?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW Golf: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • moderately more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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.

VW Golf is noticeably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,696 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

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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 VW Golf offers clearly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers clearly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf is moderately lighter – 1,307 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers moderately more boot space – 430 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries moderately more – 508 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf is decisively ahead 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 £28,300
Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 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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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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DS Automobiles DS 4
VW Golf

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
137 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW
Is the DS Automobiles DS 4 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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