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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ford Tourneo Custom comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 52,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Ford Tourneo Custom?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Ford Tourneo Custom: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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Ford Tourneo Custom

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Ford Tourneo Custom costs 52,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,385 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 24.1 kWh/100km for the Ford Tourneo Custom. That’s a difference of about 8.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 61 km more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.

Tourneo Custom

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Tourneo Custom offers significantly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 130 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Tourneo Custom delivers substantially more torque with 630 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Tourneo Custom offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,660 kg. The difference is around 1,411 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Custom offers significantly more boot space – 819 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 469 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Custom carries noticeably more – 690 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Custom is barely 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 £52,900
Tourneo Custom

Ford Tourneo Custom

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 - 286 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 24.1 - 26.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 310 - 339 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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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The Ford Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.

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Reviews Ford Tourneo Custom

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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Sander Zwart
26 Mar 2026, 11:01:08

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a very pleasant people-carrier. The engine has plenty of punch when accelerating, both from a standstill and at speed. The multimedia system works fine. It's a pity the battery capacity isn't used intelligently. It's also a shame the car is limited to 157 km/h — disappointing that Ford's engineering seems of lesser quality so that this low limiter is necessary. The layout is practical and you can easily change the configuration and remove seats. The front seats are perfect; the other seats have a somewhat short cushion. I have the short version, which is just over 5 metres long. With this short model you can get around town easily. My average consumption is about 1:16.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
52,900 - 69,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.1 - 26.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
310 - 339 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,660 - 2,707 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
620 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
218 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
415 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
160 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Ford
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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