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DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW Transporter Transporter comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (34,000 £ vs 37,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 4 or VW Transporter Transporter?

DS Automobiles DS 4 vs VW Transporter Transporter: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • a bit cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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VW Transporter Transporter

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is a bit cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the VW Transporter Transporter costs 37,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,538 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the VW Transporter Transporter with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

Transporter Transporter

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 Transporter Transporter offers considerably more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 156 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Transporter is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the VW Transporter Transporter tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Transporter Transporter delivers noticeably more torque with 415 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 115 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 1,872 kg. The difference is around 314 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries significantly more – 1,259 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 817 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Transporter 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 £37,500
Transporter Transporter

VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 56 - 331 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
37,500 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
co2
137 g/km
co2
0 - 220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
53 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,400 mm
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
442 kg
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 HP
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Max Speed
203 km/h
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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