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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Jeep Gladiator comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 264 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 66,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Jeep Gladiator?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Jeep Gladiator: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Jeep Gladiator

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly 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:

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,926 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

Gladiator

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 Gladiator offers significantly more power – delivering 264 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Gladiator is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 340 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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,111 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries somewhat more – 565 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 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 £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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Jeep Gladiator

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
66,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
257 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
5,591 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
1,905 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
565 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
264 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
600 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
194 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Jeep
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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