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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Genesis GV80?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,334 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Genesis GV80 offers considerably more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers significantly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 328 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Genesis GV80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 906 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers considerably more boot space – 735 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 385 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries markedly more – 690 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis GV80 stands out in the key areas 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.

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Genesis GV80

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 304 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
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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 GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 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
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
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Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Genesis
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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