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Aston Martin DB12 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DB12 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Aston Martin DB12 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Aston Martin DB12

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DB12

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 163,355 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DB12 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 524 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DB12 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.

DB12

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 350 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 88 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.

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The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
276 - 278 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
680 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
-
Torque
800 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
500 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DB12 have?

The Aston Martin DB12 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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