Engineering:DS No. 4
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | DS Automobiles |
| Also called | DS 4 (2021–2025) |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Assembly | Germany: Rüsselsheim (Opel) |
| Designer | Thomas Duhamel[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact executive car (C) |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Platform | PSA EMP2 platform |
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| Powertrain | |
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| Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous (E-Tense) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm (105.5 in) |
| Length | 4,415 mm (173.8 in) |
| Width | 1,830 mm (72.0 in) |
| Height | 1,495 mm (58.9 in) |
| uk|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight | 1,360–1,496 kg (2,998–3,298 lb) |
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The DS No. 4 (stylized as DS N°4, pronounced as "number 4" and previously known as the DS 4) was unveiled on 3 February 2021. It is intended to replace the DS 4 which was discontinued in 2018. It is based on the PSA EMP2 platform of the PSA Group. The car is available in three versions: N°4 E-TENSE (100% electric), N°4 HYBRID, N°4 PLUG-IN-HYBRID.
Following the 2025 facelift it was renamed to the DS N°4.
Overview
It was designed in Paris, but is produced at Opel's plant in Rüsselsheim.[2]
In terms of powertrains, a E-TENSE hybrid version will be available, and in terms of petrol engines, it is equipped with the PureTech range with powers outputs of 130 hp (97 kW; 132 PS), 180 hp (134 kW; 182 PS), or 220 hp (164 kW; 223 PS). It is available for sale from the fourth quarter of 2021.[3]
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Interior
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2022 refresh
In October 2022, the trim structure was revised, which now includes a new Opera flagship and increased EV range for the E-Tense PHEV version.[4]
Esprit de Voyage
Introduced in March 2023, the "Esprit de Voyage" special edition, French for "spirit of travel", is the flagship trim level for the DS 4 and DS 7 and features new materials and colour combinations inspired by the fashion industry.[5][6]
2025 refresh
The 2025 refresh for the DS 4 was announced on May 14, 2025. It features new body styling as well as a new front end inspired by the DS N°8. The model was also renamed to the DS N°4. Some changes were also made to the interior.[7]
Most powertrain options are carried over from the original DS 4 with the exception of the diesel engine, which was discontinued.
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Interior
Safety
| Test | Points | % |
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| Adult occupant: | 32.6 | 85% |
| Child occupant: | 42.4 | 86% |
| Pedestrian: | 40.5 | 74% |
| Safety assist: | 10.4 | 65% |
Production and sales
| Year | Worldwide Production | Worldwide sales | China |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 300[9] | 200[9] | |
| 2011 | 34,593[10] | 29,477[10] | |
| 2012 | 30,700[11] | 33,157[11] | |
| 2013 | 29,802[12] | ||
| 2014 | 21,643[13] | ||
| 2015 | 18,825[14] | ||
| 2016 | 19,938[15] | ||
| 2017 | 12,257[16] | ||
| 2018 | 5,381[17] | ||
| 2019 | |||
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| 2021 | |||
| 2022 | |||
| 2023 | 15[18] | ||
| 2024 | 69[19] | ||
| 2025 | 1[20] |
References
- ↑ Bonnaud, Christophe (8 September 2021). "The DS4 manifesto: launching a revolution at DS!". lignesauto.fr. https://lignesauto.fr/?p=23152.
- ↑ Sommer, Marcel (2021-02-03). "Frankreich-Golf ist "Made in Germany"" (in de). Auto Motor und Sport. Motor Presse Stuttgart GmbH & Co.KG. https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/neuheiten/ds-4-frankreich-golf-ist-made-in-germany/.
- ↑ Luca Cifferi & Andrea Malan (2021-04-08). "Alfa Romeo Tonale launch delayed after new CEO demands better performance". Automotive News. https://www.autonews.com/automakers-suppliers/alfa-romeo-tonale-launch-delayed-after-new-ceo-demands-better-performance.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (October 5, 2022). "DS 4 Gains Revised Trim Structure Including Opera Flagship, Plus Increased EV Range For The PHEV". https://www.carscoops.com/2022/10/ds-4-gains-revised-trim-structure-including-opera-flagship-plus-increased-ev-range-for-the-phev/.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (March 9, 2023). "DS 4 And DS 7 Now Available In Fashion-Inspired Esprit De Voyage Special Editions". https://www.carscoops.com/2023/03/ds-4-and-ds-7-now-available-in-fashion-inspired-esprit-de-voyage-special-editions/.
- ↑ "DS Automobiles Debuts Esprit De Voyage Collection With DS 4, DS 7". March 9, 2023. https://www.motor1.com/news/656328/ds4-ds7-esprit-de-voyage-collection/.
- ↑ Michael Gauthier (2025-05-14). "The Most Chic Hatch From Stellantis Just Got a New Identity". Carscoops. https://www.carscoops.com/2025/05/ds-n4-debuts-an-avant-garde-ds4/.
- ↑ https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/68915/euroncap-2022-ds-4-datasheet.pdf
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 "Engine specs from PSA Peugeot Citroën". Creator and designer. PSA Peugeot Citroën. http://www.info-financiere.fr/upload/BWR/8888/01/FCBWR066301_20110422.pdf.
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 "PSA Annual Report 2012". Car manufacturers. PSA. http://annualreport.psa-peugeot-citroen.com/wp-content/themes/psa/pdf/pdf/PSA-2012-03_memento_en.pdf.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 (in fr) Memento Mars 2013, PSA Peugeot Citroën, 21 February 2013, p. 50, http://www.psa-peugeot-citroen.com/fr/pagebuilder/downloadpackage/2293
- ↑ "2013 Annual results" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/2013-annual-results/.
- ↑ "2014 Annual results" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/2014-annual-results/.
- ↑ "2015 Annual results" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/2015-annual-results/.
- ↑ "2016 Annual Results" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/2016-annual-results/.
- ↑ "Worldwide Sales by Model and Energy 2017" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/ventes-groupe-modele-energie-2017/.
- ↑ "Worldwide Sales by Model 2018" (in en). https://www.groupe-psa.com/en/publication/worldwide-sales-model-2018/.
- ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2023年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=179&saleType=2&flag=2023.
- ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2024年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=179&saleType=2&flag=2024.
- ↑ "【易车销量榜】全国2025年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=179&saleType=2&flag=2025.
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