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Mercedes G-Class vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G-Class or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Mercedes G-Class vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Mercedes G-Class

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

G-Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,613 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

DS 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 G-Class offers significantly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 475 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers significantly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 864 Nm more.

G-Class

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 2,485 kg. The difference is around 927 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries visibly more – 715 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 273 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 479 km
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The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes G-Class have?

The Mercedes G-Class is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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