all-new DS4 REVIEW - the extravagant French premium crossover 2021

[@ezrapardede1921]

This car need more recognition it deserves, even if it's not the best in the class, the unique french touch can prove it stands out in class

[@annecy49]

The best looking DS so far, especially the rear! Wow! I love the whole exterior design, it is absolutely gorgeous and balanced. That video makes my day, and I can't wait for the driving part because this was way too short! Merci Thomas!

[@andrehalim469]

Wow. French beat Germans in interior, exterior AND color. Nice!

[@AnchonCat]

But, unfortunately not on QUALITY

[@th3m3du54]

@@AnchonCat I wouldn’t get either for quality 😅

[@Unknown-jl7mg]

@@AnchonCat not sure about the tsi shitstorm....

[@sirius8103]

@@AnchonCat Hum... not sure. In the same prices segments of course.

[@Nicolas-su6lj]

@@AnchonCat Sorry but for the DS4 quality is large better than a Audi A3.

[@choosumfat]

French enough to be interesting and normal enough to actually own. Love it.

[@Denistone]

Oh my! Did not expect such a risqué finger demonstration! :D

[@vigneswaran9813]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@khanhhuyen5658]

No for Children

[@SeaRasp]

lmao

[@willmac5642]

Moved to xhamster

[@Da_StormtroopeR]

First the 308 SW, now the new DS4, this is definitely my week here on Autogefühl. 👌Next one the new C4 please. 😆

[@crumcon]

I dont understand these car companies.. they put a very fancy UI/User Interface for their infotainment system with alot of animations going on... and then they put a weak sauce CPU/GPU/SOCS inside!

[@incassable]

cost .... ?

[@danielstefanovic2604]

Yeah but its for cost effectivenes and parts sharing, they problaly use the same computer across all new stellantis cars and problaly got a good deal from manufacturer.

[@incassable]

@@danielstefanovic2604 i know about the dvpt of this infotainment generation: they thought they were better than everybody else, designed fancy graphics and made it run on a single core CPU with half the RAM compared to the others…

[@iappreciatethat7184]

There is a CPU shortage and they were obliged to put last gen CPU for these models. Peugeot/DS communicated about this. They couldn't wait more to unleash their new 308 and DS4 models and had to do this.

[@mariavictoriafuria6888]

@@iappreciatethat7184 So that means the moment hardware becomes readily available their system will be updated without having to wait for the facelift?

[@eagleying6300]

You have to admit that this is the best looking one in its class.

[@dusanbankovic5150]

Most beautiful in the class and most luxurious in the class. Fantastic in the interiur, beautiful car.

[@dragospahontu]

BMW doesn't have enough imagination to design a car like this

[@yes8032]

What does bmw have to do with this? Nvm

[@dragospahontu]

@@yes8032 did you see the new M4😅

[@yes8032]

@@dragospahontu yea in the beginning I hated it but not I’m ngl I actually like it now

[@dnt06]

Thank god!

[@dragospahontu]

@@dnt06 why?

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I love that you know how to have a good time, Thomas! Thank you so much for this great review.

[@allnewcarshowroom5355]

In LOVE from first LOOK ❤️💚💖

[@Alexx_5303]

The best DS so far! I like the distinctive design and the luxury interior. I would prefer this over a BMW or a Mercedes....look at the interior! More luxurious than a Merc.

[@erezyoal]

I love the design language of DS looks very sharp.

[@nmfl100]

Hands down most beautiful french car today, in my opinion. Very nice - sporty and classy at the same time. It's nice to see Stellantis are doing nice stuff - fingers crossed for Alfa Romeo.

[@oscarinthemiddle]

The fake exhausts bird whistle vs the Matt's stick of truth at Carwow.

[@ruthun]

This channel is so much better than CarWow.

[@tahsin28]

My god how does DS vehicles look so good, its unworldly, doesn't seem to be designed by mere humans.

[@amadejpesko]

I love this car. Great review as always. 👍

[@markrobby7136]

Paris is bringing iits design with fashion to the Car. French cars are setting the rules when it comes to model design.

[@philippedelacourt1288]

That's one stunningly beautiful car . Anyone that doesn't agree is in denial. I am French but I used to be a BMW guy all my life. Now, I have just ordered my DS... First French car for me in the last 25 years..... My brother bought a DS 3 crossback and it's just so fun to drive, love the comfort, love its look... French car makers are on a roll, they are really doing quality for the last 5-7 years. It's just the anglo press that still refuse to admit it. But that's okay, we know the Brits are super petty and love to trash talk the French... They will be the last ones in Europe to admit DS is quality. Last time I got to Germany in 2019, I saw French cars everywhere on their streets. French cars can't stop winning market shares everywhere in Europe and there is a reason to that. They are quality, as much as their German counterparts, and they cost less. You know that DS 4 is going to sell like crazy in every country.

[@AndyWilliams8]

7:25 Uhhhhhhhhhhhhh.......

[@johnvarjohn2549]

Naughty boiiii

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Thomas is so beautiful!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@johnvarjohn2549 You bet!

[@mys0076]

To his defense, he had to use his longest finger to give us an idea of how long the hole was😂

[@gdwlaw5549]

I love the digital climate controls. My girlfriend won’t be able to change from hot to cold every 5 minutes !!!!!!

[@MP_pov]

I admire DS for the design bravery but some of the interior controls would drive me nuts

[@yes8032]

That’s a gorgeous car

[@JeffMarraccini]

Great review! The styling is unique and will be great at night. The night vision capability is great to see as well. I bet it would look great in Thomas Blue!

[@cinemaclips5169]

The only french car maker that i respect ! Great car

[@vibjerome7784]

3008 is fabulous also.. And 308

[@mariojager43]

Nice. First DS that I would actually buy.

[@j.r.3664]

4:30 We all loved Vengaboys XD

[@geovannirodrigues1218]

7:25 What are you doing m8 ????!!does it fit 2?

[@HardcoreWeeaboo]

Hahah

[@Arthur-hv9tf]

A mature DS at last. This one could definitely make me hesitate between buying an A Class or the DS4…

[@mastermaltese8731]

DS way nicer than boring A Class

[@Astke]

@@mastermaltese8731 relax. You can also just like both.... Breaking news, I know. Besides, It still has the typical PSA faults as well, like quirky and tricky technology.

[@Arthur-hv9tf]

@@Astke Well it doesn't, precisely. This DS4 inaugurated a new much faster and more efficient infotainment system, according to the first feedback !

[@mastermaltese8731]

@@Astke Anyone can like whatever he wants, I just expressed my view. Personally I'd rather see a DS on the road. Possibly you're right but faults can occur with any car. A class owner by any chance? Ha

[@Astke]

@@mastermaltese8731 nope. I ordered a Kia EV6 even. Never owned a Merc actually.

[@limpunsing224]

Beautiful I hope they bring it to the States

[@michaelflinn7784]

Absolutely beautiful

[@willmac5642]

Kind of in love w this car

[@seb.]

Having text collide with the icons... 5:40 they don't test before shipping? With three different themes for the UI elements, I guess there was 3 teams not talking to each other (5:45, 5:55 and 6:05)

[@dragospahontu]

7:25 The DS liked that

[@dasautogt]

Breaking, off topic. Just saw preview of 2022 new generation Honda Civic. They've gone all traditional buttons, no capacitive curse Thomas. Yay.👏👏👏

[@MarkLaingold]

I have DS7, and the car is pure pleasure all around. BTW, I also have heated windshield, so do your facts. Why did you forget about the HUD? It's a new feature. Cooled storage under arm rest. The leather quality in DS can be only compared to Porsche or much more expansive Germans, no one want to pay premium price and get cheap and very nasty seats and interior. It always seems when you review French cars, you always neglect things and give them hard times, but same features on German seem not to bother you that much...

[@autogefuehl]

when you watch our reviews of German cars you ll find criticism as well, I dont care about where a car gets built

[@ericparkerson7393]

I love the lewk and the hardpress screen control is nice

[@EpicR_NL]

Hello Thomas, thanks for the great review again. Great looking car but a bit too small for me and my family. Do you happen to know if the DS7 will be upgraded in near future? Specially the multimedia unit in this DS4 is a big step forward for DS.

[@napjur]

Would love to see a demo of their extended HUD

[@MaximilianvonPinneberg]

These BL Allegro caramel/browns colours are really the new trend.

[@DMINATOR]

love the design, it's less weird compared to the previous one

[@mirkozlikovski9553]

so... when Audi had MMI control touchpad in A3 or Q5 it was great but when DS has it it's "overly complicated"? ;) if there is something to resent then are those cheap-looking horizontal ventilation wheels... and the fact that dashboard seems a bit high and thick. but that might not appear so live when sitting in its cabine

[@AdmiralAndy]

I m in Love! What a great design! But only automatic shifter?

[@food6175]

Is it true that we can't open rear windows?

[@jansenwilder1335]

Are DS cars engine and transmission reliable compare to German VW /Audi for long 5 to 10 years of use ?

[@neelananthony4794]

It's very smart,, I love the looks,,, it's right up there with bmw, mer eded and audi,, nice design

[@g00dfeeling]

Want this car!

[@ozibuns]

It’s beautiful, classy and distinctive. What’s not to like ?

[@aye3678]

First :) This car is a real beauty!

[@peterah7957]

I have to be honest but I think the screen is too distracting when you want basic controls you use mostly as you drive.... I don't know why car manufacturers don't get this yet!

[@ΤΙΜΣΛΕΩΝ-ψ8ι]

O o ..K.... .! Inteligent..+VERY + % ALL + LOVE 💥

[@Arinis.ltd.]

Thomas is the type of guy that buys a French car to use the three finger shortcut to home screen !

[@x3merx3mer]

finally a step in the right direction. Didn't like any of them ever since the DS5.

[@MaziarPersian]

DS5 is still the best DS. The new DS models are some kind of the aesthetical fusion between an Audi and the glorious Disney land.

[@creatineenjoyer7345]

@Kev Pog you probably work for DS ! Lol

[@oliverpeters7485]

I don’t understand why leather seats are to be considered as “old school”. One should not forget that most people are not vegan. So if they can get a car without leather it’s fine for them but their views and lifestyle should not be imposed on people who simply love the touch of leather in a car, nor should non vegan people be stigmatised as “old school”. Having said this, thanks for the great review - I’m looking forward to test this car.

[@johannesfranck1770]

I would like to have your skin on my car’s seat 😘

[@autogefuehl]

Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. As a start, please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIHCdKmCocZ5oqs In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which body part you would murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse? The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination. If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpzNdHSjppaSbqc Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally. For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car. In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. Not using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all just of common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.

[@stateless4255]

@@autogefuehl You are right in your argument, but when you present other cars with leather seats, you do not say a word about that. I think that in the case of DS4 you are not very objective.

[@oliverpeters7485]

@@autogefuehl I hear your arguments but still, activism usually does not lead to unbiased reviews. Furthermore, top quality leather can only be obtained if the animals are well treated. If you were really concerned about environmental issues then you should address as well issues like how the components of lithium batteries are obtained - the harm to humans and the environment is huge. So all I would like to point out is that veganism applied to every day’s life, in general, and to the car industry, in particular, will not “save the world”. And finally, I’m convinced that fashion in general causes much more harm than the all the leather that is used in cars.

[@tomraymond9795]

My Name is Thomas, welcome to Autofinger...

[@andrewanyplace]

I'm interested to know how well the infrared bunny sensor works

[@adamglus1075]

Good review 😁😃👍🚗

[@traxions]

Nice, when are you going to test the new Citroën C4?

[@mikele5355]

Fantastische Autofarbe

[@horusosiris5488]

Superb design, great job Citroen!!

[@antoniodosreisfeitosaneto7553]

Audio level is set low in this video. Very nice car! I miss the nice crossed pattern on the seats like in the DS5

[@ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία]

Nice car with some great technology that even premium german cars don't have, like nightvision. But its interior design is weird in some places. Still a worthwhile option.

[@HardcoreWeeaboo]

What car do you own Thomas? :)

[@skemeth2380]

I really don't get why people always complain about the lack of physical button for air conditioning. I mean, do you guys change the temperature 20 time per trip or what? Personnaly, I set it to 20 degrees and that's it...if it's 20 outside, it will blow air from outisde. if it's hotter outside, it will cool the air, and if it's cooler, it will heat the air...but I will always get 20 degrees in my car, that's the principle of automatic air co... In rreality, I probably change the temperature twice or thrice a year, because for some reasons (being wet for instance) I may want it hotter or cooler than 20, but definitely not something that requires a specific button on the dashboard in my opinion....

[@autogefuehl]

Indeed some people switch more often

[@1965kitti]

Very beautiful

[@QuickmixProductions]

Top Car! Waiting for a Performance Version!

[@khanhhuyen5658]

DS4 is a subcompact luxury Crossover but high ground clearance

[@clexyk]

Have you ever tried changing settings through the touch screen when driving? Love my idrive and hope bmw will keep it for ever.

[@avenue5880]

the climat control should be in the lower screen

[@jacobzimmermann59]

The climate controls should be knobs or sliders.

[@avenue5880]

@@jacobzimmermann59 it should be knobs i know, but the lower screen would be a better solution than the main screen

[@Kolja1987]

1:31 ASS sounds very marketable.

[@sportyspartan]

Sharp looking ! But too short I'm looking for a SUV..

[@macker8017]

You look like a wrc driver and your English is excellent

[@autogefuehl]

😄

[@RaofKGN]

Exterior Lexus RX ?

[@sbomorse]

I hope this is better than the DS3 Crossback. I had one and had to reject it when I had repeated failings with the ADAS system. Also the touch only interior drove me mad, it's so unintuitive.

[@emrahb61]

I like the middle finger compartment tho :)

[@cricho15]

DS has successfully stolen the silhouette from the Infinity QX30 here, but it really suits her. Finally, another DS worthy of the name. The interior has always been DS's strength and the interesting ergonomics will certainly not put anyone off. It could be a success.

[@kiyosaru1]

This looks great! Any idea about the price?

[@sevensixtysteve8662]

Fantastic looking car and very very cool that its found a unique style to bring to the market. However, yet another car company tries to do cool graphics on the UI and it just ends up looking a bit crap. Apart from that, really really cool car.

[@anthonychen9189]

This time, DS ticks all the right boxes and it's close to compete with the Lexus UX

[@ashdarknight9695]

India deserves ds cars ...

[@stephen10.]

You have done the camembert cheese test on the dashboard. All is ok , this car is premium.

[@themodernnavigator4506]

DS4 first Audi 3 - last MB A after the last BMW1 Series - Worst than scrap

[@nikostzinopoulos7736]

I am not sure if i like it or not...Is there a new C4 review by you?

[@jonathanmuller5328]

So sick of 'smug German status symbol' design approach;- this is fabulous.. now citroen just has to achieve lexus reliability and then I'll buy one!

[@Arthur-hv9tf]

PSA group’s reliability is already better than Mercedes and Audi, according to a study made by european car costumers, from 2018 to 2020. This actually shock me lol ! BMW is still ahead in this ranking but it’s undeniable that french automakers take a step forward with reliability…

[@stephen10.]

Arthur do you have a link for this reliability web site ?

[@jonathanmuller5328]

@@Arthur-hv9tf unfortunately down here in Australia Citroen never got over their horrific reputation in the 70s and 80s, so customer perception suffers. People here think German is best, despite all the evidence that points to Japanese supremacy in terms of quality.

[@stephen10.]

lexus is a reference for reliability but they need a better design premium , thre is a lack of something that only european premium has . DS is not at this level yet. They are in the middle, they need reliability and their unique premium design, brand image.

[@Arthur-hv9tf]

@@stephen10. www.autoplus.fr/occasion/fiabilite-le-barometre-des-constructeurs-auto-par-marque-320301.html#item=1 www.whatcar.com/news/2020-what-car-reliability-survey-brands/n20069 For eg. Really depends on which market cars are sold, my links are based in the EU.

[@rayjennings3637]

At least the C4 has a 'Home' button for the infotainment screen! What a terribly complicated interface for the screens!

[@YYZ-SRQ]

the extensions on the bottom of the doors 'to prevent mud and water coming in" was on the Mercedes W220 and W203 and they were the greatest source of rusting at the bottom of the doors as salt, grit and water would get trapped between the rubber molding surrounding the metal. I know this first hand and speak from experience.

[@YYZ-SRQ]

@@tyraela115 a French car that is better built?? Just the words 'French Car' gives people nightmares

[@syhrlcircle7935]

How tall are you? Looks like that car very small

[@autogefuehl]

Stated in every interior part/)

[@muratkolay9379]

tüm alman rakiplerine donanım ve özellikleri ile fark atıyor bence tek eksiği var oda arka aks yönlendirmesi ve 4K çözünürlüklü dokunmatik oled ekranıda olsa tam olurmuş artık tüm bu donanımlar lüx değil ihtiyaç olmak zorunda eğer gerçekten kazaları ve ölümleri azaltmak istiyorsak eğer yada insan hayatına değer veriyorsak olması gereken donanımlar bence.

[@murdogordon3091]

The start button looks like Jacobs cream crackers logo.

[@kruno1861]

Car is a beauty, but I hate only one petrol engine option

[@sbomorse]

This is a superb design inside and out. It's nice to see DS being given the budget it needs to be so individual. I think it has the potential to become a mainstream brand, the same as Cupra will.

[@GrumpyGamer11]

DS Active Scan Suspension.. So... DS ASS?

[@1phildefer323]

EXTRAVAGANTE......fier d'être français (et européen)😉

[@jean-guybadiane]

Génial ! Vous faites partie de l'équipe qui a travaillé à la conception de cette voiture ?

[@ProfessorPesca]

That switchgear at 4:36 looks hellishly flimsy. It’s good that someone is trying something different to the the mainstream but this all looks quite over-designed to me.

[@incassable]

Hi Thomas, When you say that offering leather is "old view" I disagree. Young women are craving for luxury leather bags, they might say being vegan is cool, but Louis Vuitton still sells like crazy ... You are expressing a personal opinion about the matter. If you would be really concerned about environment, what about saying "old view" when discussing the latest V8 in an AMG ?

[@steamfox]

I thought he was referring to environmental/ethical aspects, not their popularity.

[@incassable]

@@steamfox "old view" is the opposite of trendy, modern, etc ...

[@autogefuehl]

Thank you very much for your interest in this topic. As a start, please tune in to what the animal leather industry tried to do here with our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIHCdKmCocZ5oqs In general, depending on the animal skin grade, the animals are specifically raised for this matter. However even if meat would be the reason no.1 in other cases, the hide remains one of the most profitable body parts. That means: If manufacturers put animal leather in a car and you accept it as a customer, you give your money to an industry that earns money by oppressing humans, animals and destroys the environment, you make them more profitable. Also, if you turn the argument around "meat is the waste of the leather industry" you realize how biased the argument is. After all, would you care for which body part you would murdered? Or imagine someone robs you on the street and beats you to death - would it matter to you if it was for your Smartphone or for your purse? The animal agriculture industry occupies 2/3 of all farm land on this planet which cannot be used for direct human nutrition then. That is extremely inefficient. The no.1 cause for deforestation is the animal industry. It is also one of the biggest contributor to climate change. The amount of land, resources, energy and water being used is beyond imagination. If you are interested in how the animals are being treated and transported in the global leather industry, watch this footage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpzNdHSjppaSbqc Note that the footage is genuine and was recorded by a highly decorated investigative journalist in Germany I know myself personally. For the alternative, you can either use artificial fabrics which can be made from recyclables (we have already shown a lot of vehicles that use great fabric seats from PET-bottles etc.) or more and more also from plant-based materials (like Pinatex). And even if you would create a seat completely with petroleum without a recycling share, the amount of oil being used for that is nothing in comparing just to once fueling up your car. In practical reasons, fabric or microfibre seats are just more useful. You do not sweat in summer and it is not cold in winter. Not using animal skin on seats is a major issue of animal rights, human rights - and after all just of common sense what is better both for the environment and just more practical and more luxurious for the customer. We cannot change what we have bought in the past (that also counts for ourselves of course!), but with more information and compassion we can change how we decide in the future.

[@autogefuehl]

Young women like the looks of the bags that are being presented to them, young women do not appreciate that someone had to die for their fashion

[@incassable]

@@autogefuehl I dont disagree with all you say about leather, I am not defending the leather industry. But where is your similar opinion about climate change, pollution, waste ... and so on when trying the Cayenne GTS ? If you/we were really concerned about that, we would be promoting this lifestyle: use a bicycle/public transport to go to work, go on vacation by train, when necessary, rent a 10 years old Prius, not by promoting a Cayenne GTS, no ?

[@derbigpr500]

Again as with other DS's, the shape and general design of the interior is nice, but then they add so many textures and different materials that it looks kitschy and messy.

[@jacobzimmermann59]

I agree, DS still have to mature their design but they are definitely on the right path to become a new Lexus.

[@stickygeiden]

@@jacobzimmermann59 no seriously, DS is way more mature and have much more luxury feels than lexus. Especially comparing the last ones Lexus, which are really disapointing.

[@jacobzimmermann59]

@@stickygeiden I feel the DS style is still too bling and relies too much on gadgets (even if it really came a long way since the previous generation) and the technology (chassis, suspension, drivetrain) is not really all that premium yet. Of course now that they will be part of the same business unit as Lancia and Alfa Romeo sharing platforms and engines, no doubt that will change.

[@stickygeiden]

@@jacobzimmermann59 DS is the heritage of french luxury which is by definition totaly bling bling, after that it’s only a matter of taste.

[@ericw2391]

1:58 + 7:31 = nice 👍

[@mariavictoriafuria6888]

This car looks awesome both in and out, if anything they should have covered the inner door frames which stand out as it does in a Dacia Sandero! I don't think it's ok to judge a car based on its upholstery options. The French love fine leather just like the Italians do, so I don't see this option vanishing in the years to come, eventhough manufucturers must issue a certificate stating that their materials come from a cruelty-free industry. I guess we all will become vegans when tigers and lions do ;)

[@autogefuehl]

If you use animals / animal part, there is no such thing as cruelty free. Just ask yourself if you want to be in their position and you'll have your answer what is wrong and what is right.

[@mariavictoriafuria6888]

@@autogefuehl My grandpa had a Lancia Thema that came with full alcantara tan trim, it was really nice. Why aren't manufacturers offering this kind of alternative options anymore? This was decades ago but all we see now is either boring coal black fabric or leather in multiple colors.

[@benjamin_kk]

@@autogefuehl People are still gonna eat meat. So ask yourself if its better to throw the skin or just use it for something like leather seats? Id rather see that in a car than some material that was produced by a 5-year old kid in India or China in order to satisfy European ignorance so they can feel better.

[@pumpuppthevolume]

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