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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34000 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or VW ID.5?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • slight cheaper
  • clearly perceptible lighter

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

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

DS 4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 4 has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34000 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2854 £.

ID.5

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 VW ID.5 has a decisively edge – offering 340 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 5.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs slightly better – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 379 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1558 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers clearly perceptible more room – 549 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs evident better – up to 1561 L, which is about 321 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 slightly takes the win – 549 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 sits 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.

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ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 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 ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 4

Reviews VW ID.5

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DS Automobiles DS 4
VW ID.5

Costs and Consumption
Price
34000 - 41700 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 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
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4400 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1470 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1240 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
442 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW

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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.