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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai Bayon comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 20,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Hyundai Bayon?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai Bayon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • moderately 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Bayon is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,500 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,017 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai Bayon with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Bayon

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.9 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers noticeably more torque with 260 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 88 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Bayon is very slightly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Bayon offers moderately more boot space – 411 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 61 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 6 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Hyundai Bayon

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Hyundai Bayon

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
20,500 - 26,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
130 - 132 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
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
411 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
450 - 460 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
66 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 cm3

General

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