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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Honda CR-V comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Honda CR-V?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Honda CR-V: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Honda CR-V

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Honda CR-V costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda CR-V uses 2.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 322 km more than the Honda CR-V.

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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 Honda CR-V offers slightly more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda CR-V is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda CR-V delivers noticeably more torque with 335 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 75 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 1,821 kg. The difference is around 572 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Honda CR-V offers significantly more boot space – 617 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the Honda CR-V carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 holds a slight edge 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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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
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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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The Honda CR-V blends sensible practicality with a polished feel, offering roomy interiors and a confident ride that keeps commutes and weekend escapes equally comfortable. Its unshowy styling and reliable reputation make it a smart, low‑drama choice for buyers who want versatility without fuss — the kind of car that quietly makes everyday life a little easier.

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Roger
23 May 2026, 22:21:51

My 2026 CR‑V hybrid has had no problems. It’s quieter than my previous 2019 RAV4 hybrid. The exterior finish feels more solid across the whole vehicle. It’s less affected by crosswinds. I prefer the CR‑V’s driving. Its only drawback is that it uses just a little more fuel than the RAV4.

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Marek
19 May 2026, 07:08:56

Very comfortable, lots of space, combined fuel consumption about 6 l, reliable, simple to operate, without unnecessary gadgets, very well made, easy to drive, a car for the city and long trips.

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Yvi
18 Mar 2026, 18:55:49

Good car, very comfortable. It still drinks petrol — I do a lot of driving, so the hybrid system only makes itself felt in traffic jams....

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
42,800 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 6.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
78 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
59 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,821 - 1,988 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
579 - 617 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
439 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 9.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
335 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Honda
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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