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DS Automobiles N°4 vs Alfa Romeo Tonale comparison

Compare performance (224 HP vs 268 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°4 or Alfa Romeo Tonale?

DS Automobiles N°4 vs Alfa Romeo Tonale: Key differences

DS Automobiles N°4

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Alfa Romeo Tonale

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

N°4

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles N°4 is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Tonale costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,860 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°4 uses 3 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Tonale with 3.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 449 km, about 387 km more than the Alfa Romeo Tonale.

Tonale

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 Alfa Romeo Tonale offers somewhat more power – delivering 268 HP compared to 224 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°4 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Alfa Romeo Tonale takes 10.9 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles N°4 delivers moderately more torque with 360 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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 N°4 is somewhat lighter – 1,436 kg compared to 1,600 kg. The difference is around 164 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Tonale offers a bit more boot space – 500 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°4 carries very slightly more – 542 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°4 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 £33,600
N°4

DS Automobiles N°4

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 224 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 77 - 449 km
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DS Automobiles N°4

The DS Automobiles N°4 showcases French elegance and innovation at its finest, blending luxury and cutting-edge technology seamlessly. This model is distinguished by its sophisticated design and attention to detail, offering a driving experience that resonates with both performance enthusiasts and lovers of style. As a hallmark of DS Automobiles' commitment to excellence, the N°4 continues to redefine what it means to drive a luxury vehicle, providing comfort and dynamic performance in equal measure.

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Reviews DS Automobiles N°4

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Tobalo
2 May 2026, 17:25:55

It's a very well-built car, with a level of fit-and-finish and materials that the Germans can't even come close to.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 47,600 £
Price
35,500 - 53,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
77 - 449 km
Electric Range
62 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 136 g/km
co2
77 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,436 - 1,792 kg
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
385 - 500 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
458 - 542 kg
Payload
510 - 535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 224 HP
Power HP
130 - 268 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
96 - 197 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Alfa Romeo
Is the DS Automobiles N°4 offered with different drivetrains?

The DS Automobiles N°4 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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