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Audi A2 e-tron vs DS N°4
Selected trim52kWh 170PSChange trim262 mi · 52 kWh · £32,200
Selected trimE-TENSE PALLASChange trim279 mi · 61.9 kWh · £36,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A2 e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the DS N°4 leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi A2 e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the DS N°4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A2 e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueDS
Audi
5.1
DS
5.7
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
6.3
DS
4.7
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
DS
5.1
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.9
DS
2.9
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
9.5
DS
7.7
City DrivingAudi
Audi
7.7
DS
6.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,200 (better) | £36,995 |
| Official range | 262 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 396 L (better) | 390 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi A2 e-tron
DS N°4
Length
Audi A2 e-tron4,324mm-76mm
DS N°44,400mm
Width
Audi A2 e-tron1,789mm-41mm
DS N°41,830mm
Height
Audi A2 e-tron1,583mm
DS N°41,470mm-113mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,789 mm (better) | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,583 mm | 1,470 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 611 mm spare (better) | 570 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 396 L (better) | 390 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1336 L (better) | 1240 L |
| Frunk | 13 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi A2 e-tron
- 262 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Boot space of 396 L is bigger than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
DS N°4
- At 4,400 mm, shorter than 100% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 10.8 m turning circle, tighter than 95% of saloon EVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi A2 e-tron 52kWh 170PS |  DS N°4 E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.40m+76mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.83m+41mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.47m-113mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.67m-95mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 396L (better) | 390L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1336L (better) | 1240L |
| Frunk | 13L | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,867kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh | 61.9kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 262 mi | 279 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 120kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,200 (better) | £36,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,700 (-£1,500) (better) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Saloon |
| Available | 2027+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 262 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 120 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 58.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 157 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 343 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - DS N°4 E-TENSE PALLAS
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | DS N°4E-TENSE PALLAS |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Audi A2 e-tron
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DS N°4 worth the extra £4,795 over the Audi A2 e-tron?
The DS N°4 costs £4,795 more than the Audi A2 e-tron. For that premium it adds 32 kW more power and a 1.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi A2 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A2 e-tron or the DS N°4?
The Audi A2 e-tron is £4,795 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi A2 e-tron comes out roughly £4,875 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A2 e-tron and DS N°4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Audi A2 e-tron and 232 miles for the DS N°4 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A2 e-tron or the DS N°4?
The Audi A2 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 41 mm narrower than the DS N°4. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 611 mm of total clearance for the Audi A2 e-tron and about 570 mm of total clearance for the DS N°4.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A2 e-tron or the DS N°4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Audi A2 e-tron and 84% for the DS N°4. That gives the Audi A2 e-tron a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Audi A2 e-tron's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the DS N°4's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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