This petrol plug-in hybrid unit might appeal to company car users – more so than the rest of the DS 4’s engine range – but its underwhelming 38 miles of electric-only range means it’s costlier to tax than some rivals are.

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<p dir="ltr">DS has only existed as a standalone manufacturer since 2015&nbsp;(prior to that the badge was used on upmarket&nbsp;Citroëns), but it is now the premium brand in the Stellantis group, which also includes&nbsp;Citroën, Peugeot and Vauxhall.</p>

<p dir="ltr">The first DS models were essentially rebadged Citroëns, but more recently its cars are now standalone models in their own right. Yet under the skin, they're still very closely related.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Its models are&nbsp;influenced by the French fashion industry and are designed&nbsp;to take on the ubiquitous offerings of Audi, BMW and Mercedes.</p>


DS 4

This is the entry-level trim and our recommended choice. It comes well-equipped with keyless entry and start, automatic wipers, power-folding door mirrors, lane-keeping assist and cruise control.

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One touch electric front/rear windows with pinch protection

Front and rear curtain airbags, head protection for side impacts

Seatbelts front - three point retractable seatbelts with pre tensioners and progressive load limiters

Seatbelts rear - three point retractable seatbelts with pre tensioners and load limiters to outer rear seats

Door mirrors with power folding, heated, integrated LED indicators

Automatic lights includes welcome sequence follow me home function

LED side indicators , repeater style, door mirror mounted

Front seats comfort design with additional high density foam

LED daytime running lights with LED front indicator

Mirror screen with wireless apple carplay and android auto

Automatic wipers - adjustable frequency settings, 'Service Mode' for washing/blade replacement

6 way mechanical adjustment and lumbar adjustment passenger seat

Adaptive driver and front passenger airbags includes passenger airbag deactivation function

8 way mechanical adjustment and lumbar adjustment driver seat

The DS 4's cushy ride and high-quality interior help it stand out from better known alternatives, such as the Volkswagen T-Roc and Volvo XC40. However, we’d expect more interior and boot space, as well as a better ride and handling balance. If you do buy a DS 4, we’d suggest choosing the entry-level Pallas trim and the mild-hybrid engine.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Running costs that won’t break the bank </li> <li>Generous kit</li> <li>Pokey engine and tidy handling</li> <li>Spacious interior</li> <li>Boot big enough to cope with family life</li></ul>

<p>The car-buying public has fallen in love with small SUVs, or crossovers as they’re often called, with thousands turning away from conventional hatchbacks in favour of something that rides that little bit higher.</p>

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