Citroen DS4 — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
A premium compact hatchback with raised suspension, combining coupe styling with hatchback practicality.
The Citroen DS4 (later DS 4) was launched under Citroen's premium DS sub-brand. It features elevated ride height, hidden rear door handles, and a high-quality leather cabin.
Under the skin, it uses the efficient C4 platform. The 1.6-litre e-HDi diesel engine features micro-hybrid technology and regenerative braking, targeting maximum economy.
Real-world fuel economy is highly competitive. The e-HDi models return a highly respectable 55-58 MPG in daily driving, while the sporty THP petrol models average around 38-40 MPG.
TL;DR
41 MPG
Real-world petrol
55 MPG
Real-world diesel
60L
Tank capacity
£82.08
Full tank (petrol)
15.2p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The Citroen DS4 achieves an estimated 41 MPG (petrol) and 55 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 60-litre tank completely costs approximately £82.08 (petrol) or £85.26 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
41
Real-world MPG
Petrol
47.9
Official WLTP
Petrol
55
Real-world MPG
Diesel
64.2
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £758 | £587 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1122 | £869 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1517 | £1175 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2275 | £1762 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3034 | £2349 |
| Full tank (60L) | £82.08 | £85.26 |
| Cost per mile | 15.2p | 11.7p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the DS4 compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your DS4
Use the e-HDi stop-start system to save fuel in traffic jams.
Run the climate control in Auto mode to keep the compressor load low.
Use high-quality synthetic lubricants to keep internal friction minimal.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a Citroen DS4 achieving ~41 MPG real-world, if you fill 48 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£4.80
Gross saving on fuel
£0.46
Cost of 3-mile detour
£4.34
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 32 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the Citroen DS4?
The Citroen DS4 achieves approximately 41 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 47.9 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 55 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a Citroen DS4?
The Citroen DS4 has a fuel tank of 60 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £82.08. Diesel costs approximately £85.26 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a Citroen DS4?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Citroen DS4 costs approximately £1122 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1517. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Citroen DS4?
In a Citroen DS4 doing ~41 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 48-litre fill nets approximately £4.34 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 32 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the Citroen DS4 cost per mile in fuel?
The Citroen DS4 costs approximately 15.2p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.56 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Citroen DS4?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Citroen DS4 is 47.9 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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