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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or DS Automobiles DS 3?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
2 Series Active Tourer
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 marginally cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,998 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 318 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers significantly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 217 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
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 noticeably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 296 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 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 £31,500
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
DS Automobiles DS 3
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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DS Automobiles DS 3
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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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
DS Automobiles DS 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 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
MPV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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