DS Automobiles DS 4 alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the DS Automobiles DS 4, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

DS Automobiles DS 4

Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the DS Automobiles DS 4 and are good next research steps.

from £20,700
C4

Citroen C4

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 4.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 354 - 427 km
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Citroen C4 as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

The Citroën C4 and DS 4 are compact hatchbacks that both favour comfort and style, but they take different approaches to design, driving feel and cabin refinement. This comparison cuts through marketing to examine driving dynamics, interior quality, practicality and running costs so you can pick the car that best matches how you drive.

Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.

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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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from £35,100
408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 79 - 456 km
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Peugeot 408 as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

In the competitive landscape of compact executive cars, the DS 4 and Peugeot 408 showcase distinctive styles and advanced technologies that cater to different tastes. While the DS 4 emphasizes luxury and refinement with its upscale materials and design elements, the Peugeot 408 offers a more dynamic and sporty driving experience. Both models impress with their innovative features and performance, making them worthy contenders in the automotive market.

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

Quick data check: Peugeot 408

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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from £41,900
DS 7

DS Automobiles DS 7

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.5 L/100km
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  • markedly more trunk space
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from £48,200
V Class

Mercedes V Class

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 10.2 L/100km
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Quick data check: Mercedes V Class

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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from £24,800
2008

Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manual
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 405 km
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Peugeot 2008 as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

In the battle between the DS Automobiles DS 4 and the Peugeot 2008, each vehicle brings distinct qualities to the table. The DS 4 stands out with its luxurious design and plush interiors, embodying a more premium feel that caters to urban sophistication. On the other hand, the Peugeot 2008 offers versatility and practicality with its slightly more spacious cabin, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a family-friendly compact SUV with an edge in functionality.

The Peugeot 2008 is a compact crossover that blends sharp French styling with a practical, high-riding layout, giving it more presence and versatility than a typical small hatchback. Inside it offers a clever, user-friendly cabin with sensible storage and modern infotainment, while a composed ride and efficient powertrains make it well suited to both city errands and longer journeys.

Quick data check: Peugeot 2008

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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from £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manual, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Kia XCeed as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

In the intriguing matchup between the DS Automobiles DS 4 and the Kia XCeed, both vehicles offer unique approaches to the crossover segment. The DS 4 stands out with its bold design language and luxurious interior, appealing to those seeking sophistication and avant-garde aesthetics. In contrast, the Kia XCeed delivers practicality and a dynamic driving experience, making it a compelling choice for drivers who value a balance of style and functionality.

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

Quick data check: Kia XCeed

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Direct comparisons

These comparison pages show the DS Automobiles DS 4 head-to-head against similar models.

Citroen C4
DS Automobiles DS 4
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Peugeot 408
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DS Automobiles DS 4
DS Automobiles DS 7
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Mercedes V Class
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Peugeot 2008
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Kia XCeed
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