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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ferrari Amalfi comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 640 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 205,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ferrari Amalfi?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ferrari Amalfi: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Ferrari Amalfi

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly 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:

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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ferrari Amalfi costs 205,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 176,212 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ferrari Amalfi with 11.2 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.

DS 3

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 Amalfi offers substantially more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 484 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Amalfi is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari Amalfi delivers clearly more torque with 760 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 500 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,700 kg. The difference is around 451 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more boot space – 350 L compared to 273 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries markedly more – 466 kg compared to 370 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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
DS Automobiles DS 3
Ferrari Amalfi

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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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Ferrari Amalfi

Ferrari's latest masterpiece, the Amalfi, captivates the senses with its sleek design and unparalleled performance. Aptly named after the stunning coastal region in Italy, the Amalfi embodies luxury and elegance while promising an exhilarating driving experience. It effortlessly merges classic Ferrari DNA with modern innovation, making it a true icon in the world of high-performance automobiles.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Ferrari Amalfi

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
205,700 - 231,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.2 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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
254 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,700 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
273 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,974 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
370 kg

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
640 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
760 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
471 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
3,855 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ferrari
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