The DS 4 crossover was unveiled on 3 February 2021. It is intended to replace the
DS 5
The DS 5 is a subcompact executive hatchback which was designed and developed by the French automaker Citroën, and launched in the market in Europe in November 2011. It was the third model in the premium sub brand DS. Released as the Citr ...
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
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, but is produced at
Opel
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'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 of 130, 180 or 220 HP. It is available for sale from the fourth quarter of 2021.
File:DS 4 E-Tense IMG 7452.jpg, Rear view
File:DS 4 Cross (2021) 1X7A7286.jpg, DS 4 Cross
File:DS 4 E-Tense Auto Zuerich 2021 IMG 0227.jpg, 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.
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 DS N°8 is an Battery electric vehicle, battery electric Crossover (automobile), crossover SUV by DS Automobiles unveiled on 12 December 2024, and production commenced in Melfi, Italy in April 2025.
N°8 pronounced 'number eight' (or 'numé ...
. 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.
Safety
Production and sales
References
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DS vehicles
Crossover sport utility vehicles
Luxury crossover sport utility vehicles