Compare performance (156 HP vs 830 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 372,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ferrari 12Cilindri Roadster?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ferrari 12Cilindri Roadster costs 372,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 343,355 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Ferrari 12Cilindri Roadster with 15.9 L/100km. The difference is about 10.9 L/100km.
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 Ferrari 12Cilindri Roadster offers considerably 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 Roadster is substantially 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 Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 678 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 418 Nm more.
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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.
Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 200 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.
The DS Automobiles DS 3 is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Ferrari 12Cilindri Roadster is a sun-worshipping supercar that mixes theatrical Italian flair with a taut, driver-focused chassis — it looks and sounds like it belongs on a silver-screen chase. If you want headline-grabbing style and a roof-down, grin-inducing experience that turns every country lane into your personal theater, this Ferrari delivers with cheeky confidence.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
372,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
15.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
360 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
92 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
1,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
200 L
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Length
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Length
4,733 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,292 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
830 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
340 km/h
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
678 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
12
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
611 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
6,496 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Ferrari
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