DS N°4

DS N°4
Overview
Manufacturer	DS Automobiles
Also called	DS 4 (2021–2025)
Production	2021–present
Assembly	Germany: Rüsselsheim (Opel Rüsselsheim)
Designer	Thomas Duhamel [1]
Body and chassis
Platform	PSA EMP2 platform
Related	Peugeot 308 III Opel Astra L Peugeot 408 (P54)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.2 L Turbocharger PSA EB2DTS I3 1.6 L Turbocharger PSA EP6FDT I4 Petrol PHEV: 1.6 L PSA EP6FDT PHEV I4 Diesel: 1.5 L PSA DV5 BlueHDi I4 (2021-25)
Electric motor	Synchronous Electric Motor (DS 4 Crossback E-Tense)
Transmission	8-speed automatic 7-speed dual-clutch (PHEV) 6-speed dual-clutch (MHEV)
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)
Kerb weight	1,360–1,496 kg (2,998–3,298 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	DS 4 (2015) DS 5 DS 4S (China)

The DS 4 crossover was unveiled on 3 February 2021. It is intended to replace the DS 5 which was discontinued in 2018 and is based on the PSA EMP2 platform of the PSA Group. The car is available in three versions: DS 4, DS 4 Cross and DS 4 Performance Line.

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 of 130, 180 or 220 HP. It is available for sale from the fourth quarter of 2021. ^[3]

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  Rear view
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  DS 4 Cross
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  Interior

2022 refresh

In October 2022, the trim structure was revised, which now includes a new Opera flagship and increased EV range for the 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.

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
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]

References

1. Bonnaud, Christophe (8 September 2021). "The DS4 manifesto: launching a revolution at DS!". lignesauto.fr. Retrieved 25 July 2023.
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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. "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. "PSA Annual Report 2012" (PDF). Car manufacturers. PSA. Retrieved 1 May 2013.^{[ permanent dead link ]}
11. 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.
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15. "2016 Annual Results". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.
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17. "Worldwide Sales by Model 2018". Groupe PSA. Retrieved 2019-06-12.