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Audi A5 Sportback vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Audi A5 Sportback vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Audi A5 Sportback costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,698 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Sportback uses 2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 290 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback offers substantially more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 483 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers considerably more torque with 825 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 565 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,770 kg. The difference is around 521 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers noticeably more boot space – 445 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries moderately more – 530 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead 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 £40,200
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 84 - 110 km
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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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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
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Audi A5 Sportback have?

The Audi A5 Sportback is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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