DS 4:
REFINEMENT ENGINEERED

“Even before drawing the first pencil line, we worked for two years with our engineers shaping the technical platform. When we began the creative process, the room for manoeuvre we had in devising a new concept was incredible. Inspired by the DS AERO SPORT LOUNGE concept, the silhouette is unique in the segment with proportions that have never been seen before. The outline is athletic, very muscular, compact and sits on very large wheels. It’s turned out to be aerodynamic, efficient and charismatic all at once.”

Thierry Metroz – Design Director, DS Automobiles

The front is characterised by a new light signature. The very slim projector headlamps feature the DS MATRIX LED VISION system that combines matrix and directional lighting. They are complemented by Daytime Running Lights made up of two lines of LEDs on either side.

The DS WINGS link the headlamps to the grille. Depending on the version, this is made up of two parts with diamond tip motifs, in graduated sizes, that stand out in a three-dimensional grille. Above it, the long bonnet gives movement to make the silhouette appear dynamic.

The profile combines fluidity and sharp lines. The flush fitting door handles go with sculpted surfaces on the sides. The ratio of the bodywork to the large diameter wheels (including a 20-inch offering with aero inserts) comes from the DS AERO SPORT LOUNGE concept, displaying an imposing and unique presence.

At the rear, the roof stretches down very low on a steeply sloping rear window with an enamel screen print, an exterior demonstration of a recognised expertise. The silhouette is as stylish as it is aerodynamically efficient. The rear wings reveal a healthy muscular appearance with curves and sharp edges on the bodywork. A new generation light signature features at the back with the laser embossed scale effect.

Elegance is the dominating factor thanks to a design with special bumpers, subtle chrome touches and a roof in contrasting black that gives an imposing, athletic stance.

DS 4 PERFORMANCE LINE has an exterior trimmed in black with a Black Pack (DS WINGS, strip between the rear lights, grille and side window frames) and distinctive black alloy wheels as well as an exclusive interior.

The DS MATRIX LED VISION headlamps are made up of three LED modules which are the DS Automobiles signature. These projector headlamps adapt to steering wheel angle, speed, weather conditions and traffic conditions, with a range of 300 metres, without ever dazzling others.

The new extended daytime running lights showcase a vertical light signature and perform a new high-technology welcome routine.

The art of travel is demonstrated with a new control lay out, grouped in three zones of interface to simplify the experience. 

Clous de Paris guilloche, inspired by fine watchmaking, picks out and emphasises the following features: 

- The sabre on the dashboard brings together the controls for the air conditioning and DS AIR: invisible airvent. 

- The electric window switches line up with the side vents built into the doors. 

- The combination of DS SMART TOUCH, a 5-inch touchscreen linked to the DS IRIS SYSTEM, and DS E-TOGGLE, a compact control for the automatic gearbox, positioned on the centre console. 

DS AIR: invisible airvent is an innovative ventilation system with very compact central vents high up and fitted with blades that can’t be seen. With its vertical compactness, it has an understated and integrated appearance which has enabled the design of the dashboard to be structured in a way that’s free flowing and uncluttered. 

The interior of DS 4 has been conceived with two merged zones: a contact zone for comfort and an interactive zone for the different interfaces. The two-tone treatment for the window controls has been designed to improve cognitive recognition.

Through its materials, with different types of leather, Alcantara®, forged carbon, wood and new upholstery techniques, the interior of DS 4 blends refinement with technology.

Particular attention has been paid to the cooled and massaging seats’ shape. The concept is inspired by a shell, creating a new comfort zone made up of a single part, curved and without a break. New upholstery covers this with high density foam to achieve a level of exceptional comfort.

In a two-tone interior, the seats in Pebble Grey grain leather are joined by clear elements, smooth to the touch for comfort zones, supported by grain leather and Clous de Paris guilloche. On the upper part, the trim is adorned with Brown Ash wood and very high-quality Criollo Brown Nappa leather.

The OPERA interior, made up of seats with the watchstrap upholstery in Criollo Brown Nappa leather, sports an advanced design. Trim in Brown Ash wood and large areas in Criollo Brown Nappa leather complete this luxury setting.

The PERFORMANCE LINE version accentuates DS 4’s dynamism. Wide swathes of Alcantara® cover the dashboard, the doors and the whole centre console. The high-density foam seats have Basalt plaited cloth and Alcantara® finished with embroidery and special gold and Carmin stitching. The steering wheel is adorned with a single piece of forged carbon on the lower section.

The feeling of harmony inside is emphasised by ambient lighting that can be personalised, indirectly intended to accentuate the side features and contribute to the overall sense of calm. Acoustic ambience is provided by a combination of the FOCAL ELECTRA sound system.

An air purification system actively protects the cockpit with sensors for particles inside and exterior pollution detection.

The architecture has been developed to achieve the desired proportions and aerodynamic performance.

The body/wheel ratio that’s unique to the segment and the world of premium cars creates a silhouette that’s at once athletic and efficient with, notably, a new bonnet, lowering the bonnet-wing combination and the floor in row 2.

Called DS EXTENDED HEAD-UP DISPLAY, this avant-garde visual experience is a first step towards augmented reality.
Using an optical illusion, essential information such as speed, driver aids, navigation, warning messages or even the track they’re listening to or the call they’re taking will be projected onto the road.

The 10-inch infotainment system DS IRIS SYSTEM provides the usability of a smartphone with a tactile, seamless and responsive interface based around the idea of profiles that can be completely personalised with icons. DS IRIS SYSTEM can be controlled by voice and gesture.

This is supported by a unique gesture control system, DS SMART TOUCH. This is a screen you can use with your fingertips. The user making a gesture towards one of the pre-entered favourite functions is enough. The screen also identifies normal movements such as zooming in, zooming out and has handwriting recognition.

DS ACTIVE SCAN SUSPENSION controlled damping is exclusive to the segment by using a camera. This technology illustrates the concept of dynamic serenity, a feature of DS Automobiles.

DS NIGHT VISION system makes the road and its hazards more visible. An infrared camera, located in the grille, spots pedestrians and animals up to 200 metres away at night and in poor light.

Level 2 semi-autonomous driving – the highest level that’s allowed on the road at the moment – has had a major update for DS 4 with DS DRIVE ASSIST 2.0 (adaptive cruise control, precise car positioning in the lane of the driver’s choice, semi-automatic overtaking, speed adjustment for corners and anticipated speed recommendations from signposts).

Based on a significant evolution of the EMP2 platform with 70% new or exclusive parts, DS 4 is offering plug-in hybrid technology from its launch (225 horsepower and more than 50 kilometres of range in zero emissions mode on the combined WLTP cycle).