Compare performance (156 HP vs 620 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 207,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ferrari Roma Convertible?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Ferrari Roma Convertible costs 207,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 178,651 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ferrari Roma Convertible with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.
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 Ferrari Roma Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 620 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 464 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari Roma Convertible is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ferrari Roma Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 760 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 500 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 4.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,654 kg. The difference is around 405 kg.
Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers noticeably more boot space – 350 L compared to 272 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.
The DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly superior 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.
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 Roma Spider dresses the marque’s drama in a restrained, almost polite suit, folding its roof away to reveal a cabin that feels as civilized as it does intoxicating. Behind the wheel it serves grand touring manners with a playful shove and soundtrack, perfect for drivers who want thrilling Ferrari emotion without the daily fuss.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
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Price
207,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 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
234 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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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
1,654 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
272 L
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Length
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Length
4,656 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
1,974 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,306 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
620 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
320 km/h
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
760 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
456 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,855 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023
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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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