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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hongqi EHS7 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 619 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Hongqi EHS7?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hongqi EHS7: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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Hongqi EHS7

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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Hongqi EHS7 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,922 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Hongqi EHS7. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hongqi EHS7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 200 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

EHS7

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 Hongqi EHS7 offers considerably more power – delivering 619 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 463 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi EHS7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi EHS7 delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more boot space – 350 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi EHS7 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 £51,400
EHS7

Hongqi EHS7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 - 619 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 600 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
51,400 - 64,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
540 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
111 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,925 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
1,680 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
-

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
343 - 619 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
253 - 455 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Hongqi
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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