Compare performance (156 HP vs 453 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 51,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ford Mustang Coupe?
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,269 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Coupe with 12 L/100km. The difference is about 7 L/100km.
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 Ford Mustang Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 453 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 297 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Coupe delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.
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 considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,808 kg. The difference is around 559 kg.
When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries visibly more – 466 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 132 kg.
The Ford Mustang Coupe sits just ahead 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 Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
51,800 - 65,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 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
275 - 282 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
1,808 - 1,837 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
1,916 - 1,917 mm
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Height
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Height
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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
327 - 334 kg
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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
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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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
446 - 453 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
540 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
328 - 334 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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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
Ford
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