Global EV Comparison: Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh vs DS 4 E-Tense
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General Info
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €45900. The Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €34900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-2025 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | Germany |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €45900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025).
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 403 km | 450 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 392 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 61 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 58.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.8 kWh/100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.26 km/kWh | 6.72 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 7.6 |
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 Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh (2024-2025) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.6 |
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 | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 157 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 211 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 345 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1955 mm | 2061 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1760 mm | 1866 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2545 mm | 2675 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The DS 4 E-Tense (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Lancia Ypsilon 51 kWh | DS 4 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1561 kg | 1792 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 309 l | 390 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1118 l | 1260 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 4.1 |
