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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ford Mustang Convertible comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 446 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 56,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ford Mustang Convertible?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ford Mustang Convertible: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Ford Mustang Convertible

  • substantially more power
  • substantially 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:

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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,412 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Ford Mustang Convertible with 12.3 L/100km. The difference is about 7.3 L/100km.

Mustang Convertible

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 Ford Mustang Convertible offers substantially more power – delivering 446 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Convertible delivers significantly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 280 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 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,876 kg. The difference is around 627 kg.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries markedly more – 466 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 142 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly 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.

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
Ford Mustang Convertible

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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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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Ford Mustang Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 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
280 - 282 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,916 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
319 - 324 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
446 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
328 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
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