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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai i30 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 24,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Hyundai i30?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai i30: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • barely more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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Hyundai i30

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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.

Hyundai i30 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,945 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

i30

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 barely more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers barely more torque with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 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.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 66 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers moderately more boot space – 395 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 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.

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
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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 Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
134 - 142 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
445 - 485 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
115 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Hyundai
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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