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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai Kona comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Hyundai Kona?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Hyundai Kona: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • marginally lighter

Hyundai Kona

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai Kona is markedly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 28,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,391 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai Kona is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more range – reaching up to 514 km, about 114 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Kona

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 Hyundai Kona offers visibly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat faster – reaching 196 km/h, while the Hyundai Kona tops out at 172 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers barely more torque with 265 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 5 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 marginally lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers clearly more boot space – 466 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Kona offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,300 L, about 250 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries marginally more – 490 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 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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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Gorguet
10 Apr 2026, 07:38:34

Good car overall, but the finish isn't top‑notch — the paint is very fragile and chips at the slightest knock.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Hyundai Kona

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,400 - 40,500 £
Price
23,100 - 41,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
48.4 - 65.4 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 163 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,118 mm
Length
4,355 - 4,385 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
1,580 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
1,300 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
420 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
162 - 172 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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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