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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or DS Automobiles DS 3?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

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

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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 BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,926 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 295 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

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 BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 571 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 740 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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 considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers noticeably more boot space – 520 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 134 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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 £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
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The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
48 - 152 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
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

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

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