DS offers leasers a taste of French luxury in place of the more common German experience, and the DS 4 is the brand’s midsize crossover offering – straddling the gap between a hatchback rival such as the Audi A3 and a compact SUV such as the BMW X1.
It’s well priced, well equipped and very stylish indeed. Have a look at Vanarama’s lease deals on the DS 4 and pick out your ideal version today.
Very stylish.
Comfortable, tech-laden cabin.
Plug-in hybrid version.
If you like the idea of something chic and French, rather than prosaic and German, then the DS 4 is the car to look at. Its luxurious interior and heavily comfort-focused outlook on life are at odds with ‘sporty’ rivals from Audi and BMW, while an array of efficient drivetrains and also a plug-in hybrid version means there should be a DS 4 leasing deal with Vanarama to suit every need.
Hitting a neat middle ground between hatchback and SUV, the DS 4 offers much of the practicality of a taller, bulkier crossover but with sleeker lines that also mean it’s more aerodynamic. That will help to improve the overall fuel economy and reduce wind noise.
Inside, there’s decent room in both the front and back seats, and a good-sized boot. Overall quality is excellent, and the interior design of a DS 4 looks and feels much more distinctive than that of its German rivals.
You can choose from conventional petrol or diesel engines with up to 225hp, or a plug-in hybrid that can be driven for up to 38 miles on 1 charge of its battery.
The DS 4’s low roof might have you thinking that it’s cramped inside, but that’s not actually the case. It’s more cosy than cramped and there’s sufficient space inside for a quartet of 6-footers to get comfortable.
The boot, at 430 litres, is a decent size and it’s well shaped, but it’s worth noting that hybrid models lose a bit of boot space because the battery is mounted underneath, with the volume falling to 390 litres.
The plug-in hybrid version of the DS 4, known as the E-Tense, comes with 225hp and enough battery capacity for you to be able to cover up to 38 miles on electric power alone, before the turbocharged petrol engine wakes up.
The official combined economy figure is an amazing 232mpg and in the real world, you should be able to squeeze at least 45-50mpg out of the DS 4 on longer journeys when the battery has run out of charge.
The DS 4 comes with a standard 8-speed automatic gearbox, which is one of the best around, shifting smoothly and quietly. On top of that, DS offers the 4 with a range of driver assistance systems including radar-guided cruise control – that can trickle the car along for you in heavy traffic – and a lane-keeping steering system that helps you stay properly centred between the white lines.
Away from the safety side of things, there are also very neat flush-fit door handles that automatically pop out when the DS 4 detects that you’re walking up to it.
The DS4 comes in 1 basic body style, which is a 5-door crossover, but within that there are 2 other versions and multiple trims from which to choose. The standard DS4 comes in specifications that take their names from Parisian locations – Bastille, Trocadero, Rivoli and La Premiere.
If you want your DS4 with a little more in the way of sporty styling and body kit, then there’s the Performance Line model, which comes with the choice of Performance Line and Performance Line+ versions – ‘+’ versions come with uprated headlights, radar cruise control and the head-up display.
The DS4 Cross emphasises the car’s crossover style, with roof rails and chunkier bumpers that give it more of an off-road look. It’s available in Trocadero and Rivoli specifications.
Trim Levels Available: Bastille, Trocadero, Rivoli, La Premiere.
The standard DS4 comes in specifications that take their names from the Parisian locations. All models come with flush-fit door handles, alloy wheels (the smallest option being 17 inches in diameter), a 7-inch digital instrument display, a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen, keyless start, automatic windscreen wipers, heat insulating glass, LED headlights, automated emergency braking, lane-keeping steering and cruise control.
The DS 4’s unique style means that it lacks for direct rivals. However, an Audi A3 hatchback gets close in terms of premium appeal and it has a very smart cabin. It doesn’t look as good as the DS 4, though.
The sleek BMW X2 crossover-coupe-SUV gets close to the DS 4 in terms of visual appeal and it’s very sharp to drive, but it feels a touch more cramped inside than the DS 4. Mercedes-Benz’s GLA crossover is possibly the closest rival to the DS 4, matching it for tech in the cabin. It’s spacious and comfortable to drive, too.
It certainly ought to be – the DS4 shares its structure and engines with popular models from Peugeot and Citroen and all of its mechanical parts are well proven. As standard, there is a 3-year, 60,000-mile warranty that can be optionally extended to 8 years and 100,000 miles.
At 430 litres, the DS4 has a good-sized boot, which is bigger than the average hatchback and closer to that of an SUV.
Yes, rear parking sensors are standard on all models, and higher-spec versions come with a 360-degree camera system and automated parking.
It’s quite practical – the boot is not the biggest in its class, but it’s square, well shaped and flat-floored. Space in the cabin is good too, so it’s comfortable and roomy enough for 4.
Because buyers are cottoning onto the fact that not only can French car makers provide great style and comfort, but they can also bring good quality and reliability to the table. The DS 4 is a welcome alternative to the mainstream.
Explore our best DS 4 lease deals online today and we guarantee to give you the best monthly price. Extra protection is included free in every deal, which covers you for redundancy, life events and loss of earnings. We never take processing fees and deliver your new car for free. There’s even a 30-day free returns window in case you change your mind or your circumstances change. It’s never been easier to drive a brand-new DS 4 lease.
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