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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Genesis G90?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Genesis G90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Genesis G90

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 66,652 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

G90

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 Genesis G90 offers substantially more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 259 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers significantly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 1,011 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis G90 offers marginally more boot space – 368 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is decisively 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
Genesis G90

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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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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
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Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Genesis
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