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Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (27,100 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • somewhat lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Combo Cargo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,845 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.2 L/100km – no difference here.

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 Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers marginally more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 10.9 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 300 Nm.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 4 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Combo Cargo is somewhat lighter – 1,371 kg compared to 1,558 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries significantly more – 781 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 339 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Combo Cargo is far ahead 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 £27,100
Combo Cargo

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 102 - 136 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 km
Vauxhall Combo Cargo
DS Automobiles DS 4

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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
645 - 781 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
DS Automobiles
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