DS N°4 Launches in Czech Republic, Challenging German Premium Compacts
Prague, Czech Republic – DS Automobiles has begun sales of the new DS N°4 in the Czech Republic, positioning the luxury compact against established rivals like the Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, adn Mercedes-Benz A-Class.Pricing for the DS N°4 starts at CZK 890,000 for the Performance Line trim, equipped with the Hybrid 136 engine.
The DS N°4 range expands with Étoile and Étoile+ trims, priced from CZK 930,000 and CZK 980,000 respectively, both paired with the Hybrid 145 powertrain. The top-of-the-line DS N°4 E-Tense Étoile carries a price tag of CZK 1,260,000.
The arrival of the DS N°4 introduces a new contender in the premium compact segment, traditionally dominated by German manufacturers. While the DS N°4 offers a distinct design and focus on interior refinement, it’s competitors boast higher performance figures in thier top-tier versions and, in certain specific cases, all-wheel drive options unavailable on the French vehicle.
czech Market Competition:
* Audi A3 Sportback: Starts at CZK 786,900 (1.5-liter, 85 kW). top-end RS 3 model priced at CZK 1,677,900 (294 kW, five-cylinder TFSI), offering Quattro all-wheel drive. Available in Limousine, sportback, and Allstreet body styles.
* BMW 1 Series: Begins at CZK 778,700 (116, 90 kW three-cylinder).The M135 xDrive, with all-wheel drive, is priced at CZK 1,376,700.
* Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Starts at CZK 873,620 (A 180 Progressive). The AMG A 45 S model costs CZK 1,657,700 and includes 4Matic all-wheel drive.
DS Automobiles emphasizes the unique styling and luxurious appointments of the DS N°4 as key differentiators, aiming to attract customers seeking an choice to the established german brands.
Source: DS Automobiles press release and presentation, DS N°4 price list, Audi A3 Sportback price list, BMW 1 price list, Mercedes-Benz A-Class price list, and photography from DS Automobiles, Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz.
