Compare performance (551 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 e-tron Avant or DS Automobiles DS 3?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Audi A6 e-tron Avant costs 55,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,740 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers considerably more range – reaching up to 716 km, about 316 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers substantially more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 395 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 e-tron Avant delivers significantly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 595 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,185 kg. The difference is around 936 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant offers markedly more boot space – 502 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 152 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 e-tron Avant carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant is decisively ahead 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.
The Audi A6 e-tron Avant wraps Audi's trademark refinement into a sleek electric estate that looks at home in the city or on the open road. Inside it's grown-up and tech-forward with practical packaging for family life, delivering a composed, confident drive that makes everyday hauling feel a bit more special and slightly futuristic.
detailsThe 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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Price
55,200 - 100,100 £
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
539 - 716 km
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Electric Range
400 km
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Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,185 - 2,410 kg
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Trunk capacity
502 L
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
4,928 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,923 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Height
1,504 - 1,527 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,422 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 - 500 kg
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
326 - 551 HP
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
210 - 240 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
435 - 855 Nm
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
240 - 405 kW
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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