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Mercedes E Class vs DS Automobiles N°4 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 224 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class or DS Automobiles N°4?

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

Mercedes E Class

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  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles N°4

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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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

E Class

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 33,100 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,370 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles N°4 with 3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles N°4 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 449 km, about 333 km more than the Mercedes E Class.

N°4

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 Mercedes E Class offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 224 HP. That’s roughly 361 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles N°4 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 390 Nm more.

E Class

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles N°4 is visibly lighter – 1,436 kg compared to 1,810 kg. The difference is around 374 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers visibly more boot space – 540 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class carries somewhat more – 640 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 98 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class 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 £50,500
E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 km
Mercedes E Class
DS Automobiles N°4

Costs and Consumption

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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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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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Mercedes E Class
DS Automobiles N°4

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Price
33,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh/100km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Electric Range
77 - 449 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
39 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Curb weight
1,436 - 1,792 kg
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
530 - 640 kg
Payload
458 - 542 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
130 - 224 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
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