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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Cadillac OPTIQ?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac OPTIQ

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  • clearly more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,212 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the Cadillac OPTIQ. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers marginally more range – reaching up to 425 km, about 25 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

DS 3

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 Cadillac OPTIQ offers clearly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac OPTIQ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac OPTIQ delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

DS 3

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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 1,127 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers clearly more boot space – 443 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 93 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac OPTIQ carries somewhat more – 524 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac OPTIQ holds a slight edge 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.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 304 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 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 Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
425 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
2,376 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
524 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
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
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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