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Tesla Model Y vs DS Automobiles DS 4 comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 34,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model Y or DS Automobiles DS 4?

Tesla Model Y vs DS Automobiles DS 4: Key differences

Tesla Model Y

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

DS Automobiles DS 4

  • only slightly cheaper
  • clearly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Model Y

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 4 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 34,000 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 300 £.

DS 4

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 330 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.9 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 is marginally faster – reaching 203 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 2 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers substantially more torque with 660 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

Model Y

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 4 is clearly lighter – 1,558 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more boot space – 822 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 392 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more capacity – up to 2,138 L, about 898 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model Y carries barely more – 472 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 657 km
Tesla Model Y
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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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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Tesla Model Y
DS Automobiles DS 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
Price
34,000 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
534 - 657 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
53 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,108 kg
Curb weight
1,558 kg
Trunk capacity
822 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
4,790 - 4,797 mm
Length
4,400 mm
Width
1,920 - 1,921 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,621 - 1,624 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
2,118 - 2,138 L
Max trunk capacity
1,240 L
Payload
435 - 472 kg
Payload
442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Power HP
130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.9 s
Max Speed
201 km/h
Max Speed
203 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Power kW
96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Tesla
Brand
DS Automobiles
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