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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Jeep Compass comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Jeep Compass?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Jeep Compass: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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Jeep Compass

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  • visibly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Jeep Compass costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,698 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Compass uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.5 kWh/100km for the Jeep Compass. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Jeep Compass offers slightly more range – reaching up to 500 km, about 100 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Compass

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 Jeep Compass offers visibly more power – delivering 225 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Compass is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Compass delivers clearly more torque with 345 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 85 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, DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,667 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Compass offers clearly more boot space – 550 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Compass carries only slightly more – 473 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Compass holds a decisive overall lead 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 £34,200
Compass

Jeep Compass

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 225 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 95 - 500 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Jeep Compass

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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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Jeep Compass

The Jeep Compass packs classic Jeep styling with a surprisingly composed demeanor, equally at home turning heads in the city or tackling a weekend dirt track. Inside it's a pragmatic, user-friendly compact SUV that prioritizes comfort and versatility — a smart pick if you want a dose of adventure without giving up everyday sense.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Jeep Compass

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
34,200 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
95 - 500 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 127 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
1,667 - 2,198 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
550 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
472 - 473 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 345 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,596 cm3

General

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