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Audi A6 Limousine vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (47,600 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Limousine or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Audi A6 Limousine vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Audi A6 Limousine

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

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A6 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Audi A6 Limousine costs 47,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,069 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Limousine uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 295 km more than the Audi A6 Limousine.

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 Audi A6 Limousine offers significantly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Limousine is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Limousine delivers considerably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

A6 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 596 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A6 Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 492 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A6 Limousine carries clearly more – 625 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 159 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A6 Limousine is clearly superior 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 £47,600
A6 Limousine

Audi A6 Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 105 km
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Audi A6 Limousine

The Audi A6 cuts a clean, purposeful silhouette with an interior that feels like a quiet, high-tech office on wheels—luxurious materials and clever gadgets make long journeys surprisingly pleasant. It balances composed, confident driving with enough flair to keep you entertained, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want executive polish without showing off.

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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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DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
47,600 - 68,100 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 7.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
97 - 105 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
49 - 166 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 - 2,220 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 492 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 - 625 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Audi A6 Limousine have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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