Verdict
The 4 is about 49% cheaper, the DS5 has a 22% bigger boot, while the 4 is 18% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The DS5 1.6 THP (RM198,888) sits above every 4 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the DS5 has over the 4
What the 4 has over the DS5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the DS5: 468 litres against 363.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,888 | RM100,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM160 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,030/mo | RM1,030/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,451 | RM2,871✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,905 | RM1,307✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM14.53 | RM6.54✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM42,230 | RM21,691✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 5.8 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 30 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 165 hp at 6,000 rpm | — |
| Torque | 240 Nm at 1,400 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 200 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 64 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 435 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 202 km/h✓ | 160 km/h |
| Co2 | 169 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,530 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 1,871 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,538 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,727 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,420 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 468 litres✓ | 363 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R17 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R17 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Flexible Transverse Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy Canaveral | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy Canaveral | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Electro hydraulic power steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Yes) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | Yes | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Xenon headlamp | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Front seats with electric lumbar & massage function | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Split folding rear seats | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Automatic dual zone air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Yes | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map + Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | Yes | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Yes | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Yes | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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DS5 vs 4 FAQ
How long does charging take?
The 4's 64.0 kWh battery takes about 5.8 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 150 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The DS5 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the 4 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.