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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Citroen C3 Aircross comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 16,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Citroen C3 Aircross?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Citroen C3 Aircross: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Citroen C3 Aircross

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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Citroen C3 Aircross is considerably cheaper – starting at 16,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,054 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Citroen C3 Aircross with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 16.1 kWh/100km for the Citroen C3 Aircross. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 400 km on a single charge.

C3 Aircross

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Citroen C3 Aircross takes 12.3 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,312 kg. The difference is around 63 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Citroen C3 Aircross offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 462 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 Aircross shows a few small advantages 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 £16,400
C3 Aircross

Citroen C3 Aircross

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 307 - 400 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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Citroen C3 Aircross

The Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact crossover that stands out with its quirky, friendly styling and a tall, airy cabin that prioritizes comfort. It suits buyers who value flexible interior space, good visibility and easy urban driving over sporty performance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
16,400 - 29,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.1 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
307 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,312 - 1,608 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
407 - 462 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
101 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 13 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
74 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

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