Compare performance (156 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 180,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Bentley Flying Spur?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 151,355 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Bentley Flying Spur uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 359 km more than the Bentley Flying Spur.
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 Bentley Flying Spur offers clearly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Flying Spur delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 510 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,330 kg. The difference is around 1,081 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Bentley Flying Spur offers somewhat more boot space – 420 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.
When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
The DS Automobiles DS 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 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.
detailsThe Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
41 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
18 kWh
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
75 - 288 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,316 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
2,013 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
525 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
544 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
750 - 770 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
400 - 404 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Bentley
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