DS Automobiles DS 4 2016

🚨 What to check before buying

Overall risk score: 5/10

Serious risks

• Car is 10 years old — some age-related maintenance expected (seals, suspension components)
• Higher mileage (212,540 km) — check for timing system condition, turbo health, and suspension wear

Additional notes

• Any car with 200k+ km requires extra scrutiny. At this mileage: suspension components are worn (bushings, ball joints, shocks), seals and gaskets are hardened, electrical connectors corrode, and major components approach end-of-life. For luxury cars (BMW, Mercedes, Audi) the cost of 200k+ km maintenance can exceed the car's value. Always get a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) and budget 15-25% of purchase price for immediate maintenance.
• Diesel car from before 2018 with very low mileage suggests city-only use — DPF is likely clogged or has been removed (illegal). Check DPF status and EGR condition.
• Engine code not identified — risk assessment has lower confidence. Provide the specific engine variant for better accuracy.