Compare performance (156 HP vs 281 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ford Ranger?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,937 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 358 km more than the Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger offers substantially more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 125 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers significantly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 437 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 1,156 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries substantially more – 989 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 523 kg.
The Ford Ranger has the upper hand 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 Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 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
42 km
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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
70 - 265 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
Pickup
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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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
2,405 - 2,511 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
1,918 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
845 - 989 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 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
600 - 697 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 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, B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Ford
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