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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

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 very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,855 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

DS 3

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 moderately lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 430 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 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.

from £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
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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
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
BMW
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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