VS

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 95 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 16,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
details

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

  • significantly cheaper
details

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.

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van is significantly cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Fiorino Qubo Van

Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 61 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 Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers clearly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is barely lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,285 kg. The difference is around 36 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van carries somewhat more – 535 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

The Fiat Qubo van is a compact urban workhorse that hides an impressively practical load area behind deceptively small proportions, making tight city streets and parking a breeze. It’s not flashy, but its sensible layout, easy-to-live-with character and wallet-friendly running make it a solid pick for anyone needing dependable everyday practicality without fuss.

details
DS Automobiles DS 3
Fiat Fiorino Qubo Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
16,800 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
133 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,285 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,957 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,716 mm
Height
-
Height
1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,500 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
80 - 95 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
162 - 167 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
190 - 200 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
59 - 70 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,248 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2016
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Fiat
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.