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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Cadillac Lyriq?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • clearly more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,640 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 6.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 130 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Lyriq

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 490 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 620 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 significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 238 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq is clearly superior 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 km
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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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The Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 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
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Cadillac
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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