DS No. 4

DS N°4
Overview
ManufacturerDS Automobiles
Also calledDS 4 (2021–2025)
Production2021–present
AssemblyGermany: Rüsselsheim (Opel)
DesignerThomas Duhamel[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style5-door hatchback
PlatformPSA EMP2 platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous (E-Tense)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,680 mm (105.5 in)
Length4,415 mm (173.8 in)
Width1,830 mm (72.0 in)
Height1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Kerb weight1,360–1,496 kg (2,998–3,298 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor

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]

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.

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
DS 4 1.6 Hybrid (LHD) (2022)[8]
Test Points %
Overall:
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
2020
2021
2022
2023 15[18]
2024 69[19]
2025 1[20]

References

  1. ^ Bonnaud, Christophe (8 September 2021). "The DS4 manifesto: launching a revolution at DS!". lignesauto.fr. Retrieved 25 July 2023.
  2. ^ Sommer, Marcel (2021-02-03). "Frankreich-Golf ist "Made in Germany"" [France-Golf is "made in Germany"]. Auto Motor und Sport (in German). Motor Presse Stuttgart GmbH & Co.KG. Archived from the original on 2021-03-13.
  3. ^ Luca Cifferi & Andrea Malan (2021-04-08). "Alfa Romeo Tonale launch delayed after new CEO demands better performance". Automotive News. Archived from the original on 2021-04-08.
  4. ^ Pappas, Thanos (October 5, 2022). "DS 4 Gains Revised Trim Structure Including Opera Flagship, Plus Increased EV Range For The PHEV". Carscoops.
  5. ^ Pappas, Thanos (March 9, 2023). "DS 4 And DS 7 Now Available In Fashion-Inspired Esprit De Voyage Special Editions". Carscoops.
  6. ^ "DS Automobiles Debuts Esprit De Voyage Collection With DS 4, DS 7". Motor1.com. March 9, 2023.
  7. ^ Michael Gauthier (2025-05-14). "The Most Chic Hatch From Stellantis Just Got a New Identity". Carscoops.
  8. ^ https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/68915/euroncap-2022-ds-4-datasheet.pdf
  9. ^ a b "Engine specs from PSA Peugeot Citroën" (PDF). Creator and designer. PSA Peugeot Citroën. Archived from the original (PDF) on 5 June 2017. Retrieved 4 December 2012.
  10. ^ a b "PSA Annual Report 2012" (PDF). Car manufacturers. PSA. Retrieved 1 May 2013.
  11. ^ a b Memento Mars 2013 (in French), PSA Peugeot Citroën, 21 February 2013, p. 50, archived from the original on 2013-03-11
  12. ^ "2013 Annual results". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  13. ^ "2014 Annual results". Groupe PSA. Archived from the original on 2016-12-02. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  14. ^ "2015 Annual results". Groupe PSA. Archived from the original on 2016-12-03. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  15. ^ "2016 Annual Results". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  16. ^ "Worldwide Sales by Model and Energy 2017". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  17. ^ "Worldwide Sales by Model 2018". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
  18. ^ "【易车销量榜】全国2023年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-10.
  19. ^ "【易车销量榜】全国2024年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-10.
  20. ^ "【易车销量榜】全国2025年DS终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 2026-02-10.