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DS Automobiles N°4 vs Mercedes V Class comparison

Compare performance (224 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 48,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles N°4 or Mercedes V Class?

DS Automobiles N°4 vs Mercedes V Class: Key differences

DS Automobiles N°4

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Mercedes V Class

  • only slightly more power
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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:

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

DS Automobiles N°4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Mercedes V Class costs 48,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,539 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°4 uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes V Class with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

V Class

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 Mercedes V Class offers only slightly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 224 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles N°4 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Mercedes V Class takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes V Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes V Class offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles N°4 is significantly lighter – 1,436 kg compared to 2,192 kg. The difference is around 756 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes V Class carries clearly more – 908 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 366 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°4 is clearly superior overall 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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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
48,200 - 83,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
77 - 449 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 136 g/km
co2
187 - 232 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,436 - 1,792 kg
Curb weight
2,192 - 2,464 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,830 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
458 - 542 kg
Payload
636 - 908 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 224 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Torque
370 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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