DS No. 4 Specs, Range, Battery, Dimensions & Features

DS N°4
DS N°4
Overview
Manufacturer	DS Automobiles
Model code	D41; D44
Also called	DS 4 (2021–2025)
Production	2021–present
Assembly	Germany: Rüsselsheim (Opel)
Designer	Thomas Duhamel
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact executive/small family car (C)
Body style	5-door hatchback
Platform	PSA EMP2 platform
Related	Peugeot 308 III; Opel Astra L; Peugeot 408 (P54);
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol:; 1.2 L PSA EB2DTS turbo I3; 1.6 L PSA EP6FDT turbo I4; Petrol PHEV:; 1.6 L PSA EP6FDT I4; Diesel (pre-facelift):; 1.5 L PSA DV5 BlueHDi I4;
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous (E-Tense)
Transmission	6-speed dual-clutch (MHEV); 7-speed dual-clutch (PHEV); 8-speed automatic;
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 No. 4 (stylized as DS N°4, pronounced as “number 4” and previously known as the DS 4) is a subcompact executive/small family car (C-segment) unveiled on 3 February 2021 by DS Automobiles. 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.

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.

Rear view
DS 4 Cross
Interior

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.

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.

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.

Most powertrain options are carried over from the original DS 4 with the exception of the diesel engine, which was discontinued.