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Hyundai Staria vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (225 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (42,400 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Hyundai Staria vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Hyundai Staria

  • substantially more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • visibly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Staria

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 4 is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Hyundai Staria costs 42,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,451 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

DS 4

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Staria is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Staria delivers slightly more torque with 367 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 67 Nm more.

Staria

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: Hyundai Staria offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is significantly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 2,275 kg. The difference is around 717 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers substantially more boot space – 831 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 401 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Staria carries considerably more – 775 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 333 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Staria 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 £42,400
Staria

Hyundai Staria

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Hyundai Staria
DS Automobiles DS 4

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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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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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Hyundai Staria
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,400 - 50,500 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
172 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
7 - 9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,275 - 2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
117 - 831 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
605 - 775 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
225 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
367 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
165 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
DS Automobiles
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