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 £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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Quick data check: DS Automobiles DS 7

  • markedly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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from £29,200
308

Peugeot 308

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 131 - 195 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 450 km
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Peugeot 308 as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

The DS 4 and the Peugeot 308 take different approaches in the compact hatchback class — the DS 4 emphasizes premium design and a luxe interior, while the 308 prioritizes practicality, sharp driving dynamics and everyday value. This quick comparison will help you decide whether you want the DS 4’s distinctive style and comfort or the 308’s efficiency, practicality and engaging drive.

The Peugeot 308 brings a sleek, feline profile and an unexpectedly upscale cabin, with clever packaging and materials that feel a touch more premium than you might expect. It’s composed on the road, easy to live with for daily life, and a smart choice if you want a stylish hatch that still behaves when the road gets interesting.

Quick data check: Peugeot 308

  • only slightly more trunk space
  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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from £35,100
408

Peugeot 408

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin 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

  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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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.

Quick data check: Citroen C4

  • 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 £36,800
3008

Peugeot 3008

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 81 - 698 km
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Peugeot 3008 as a suitable alternative to DS Automobiles DS 4

In the latest comparison between the DS Automobiles DS 4 and the Peugeot 3008, it’s clear that both models offer a blend of style and performance, but they cater to different tastes. The DS 4 stands out with its premium design and luxurious interior, appealing to those looking for a more upscale driving experience. Meanwhile, the Peugeot 3008 remains a strong contender with its practicality and engaging driving dynamics, making it a versatile choice for family-oriented buyers.

The Peugeot 3008 blends striking, modern styling with a comfortable, well-appointed interior that feels more premium than its class. It's practical and composed on the road, with clever storage and driver-focused tech that make it an easy choice for everyday family life or longer, relaxed drives.

Quick data check: Peugeot 3008

  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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from £31,300
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 70 km
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Quick data check: Hyundai Tucson

  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Direct comparisons

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

DS Automobiles DS 4
DS Automobiles DS 7
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Peugeot 308
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Peugeot 408
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Citroen C4
DS Automobiles DS 4
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Peugeot 3008
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DS Automobiles DS 4
Hyundai Tucson
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