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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 830 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 338,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe costs 338,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 309,069 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 10.5 L/100km.

12Cilindri Coupe

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 Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 830 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 674 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe delivers substantially more torque with 678 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 418 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers visibly more boot space – 350 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is far ahead 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 £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
338,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.5 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
353 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
92 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,733 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
1,292 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
830 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
340 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
678 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
611 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
6,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ferrari
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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