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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Fiat Panda comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 70 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 14,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Fiat Panda?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Fiat Panda: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Fiat Panda

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Fiat Panda is substantially cheaper – starting at 14,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,368 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5 L/100km – no difference here.

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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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 70 HP. That’s roughly 86 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Fiat Panda takes 13.9 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers significantly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 92 Nm. That’s about 168 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, Fiat Panda is slightly lighter – 1,055 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 194 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more boot space – 350 L compared to 225 L. That’s a difference of about 125 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries visibly more – 466 kg compared to 365 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 holds a decisive overall lead 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
14,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
113 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
38 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,055 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
225 L
Length
-
Length
3,635 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,643 mm
Height
-
Height
1,551 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
870 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
365 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
70 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
164 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
92 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
51 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 cm3

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