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Peugeot Expert Bus vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Peugeot Expert Bus vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 4

  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Expert Bus

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.

Peugeot Expert Bus is marginally cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 609 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 4 uses 5.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 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 Peugeot Expert Bus offers clearly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot Expert Bus is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is noticeably lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers considerably more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 3,067 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries substantially more – 942 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 500 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Bus 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 £33,400
Expert Bus

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 7 L/100km
Peugeot Expert Bus
DS Automobiles DS 4

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Peugeot Expert Bus

The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.

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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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Peugeot Expert Bus
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
182 - 184 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
921 - 942 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
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
180 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
DS Automobiles
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