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BMW X6 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (84,100 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

BMW X6 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

BMW X6

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

X6

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the BMW X6 costs 84,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,583 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

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 X6 offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X6 is substantially 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 BMW X6 delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 490 Nm more.

X6

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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,240 kg. The difference is around 991 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW X6 offers visibly more boot space – 580 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW X6 carries markedly more – 695 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 229 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW X6 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 £84,100
X6

BMW X6

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 298 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
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26 Jan 2026, 17:50:11

BMW IS BEST!!!!!!

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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
84,100 - 147,300 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,240 - 2,445 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,004 - 2,019 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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