Global EV Comparison: DS 4 E-Tense vs BYD Dolphin Boost
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) has a starting price of €45900, compared to the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…), which starts at €32990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €45900 | €32990 |
| GCC Score | 5.7 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…).
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 392 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 61 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 58.3 kWh | 44.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.72 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) maxes out at 65 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.7 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 157 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 211 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) is longer and wider, but the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2061 mm | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1866 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2675 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | DS 4 E-Tense | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1792 kg | 1568 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 390 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1260 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.1 | 4.4 |
