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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Land Rover Discovery?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • considerably more power
  • significantly 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,869 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.4 L/100km.

Discovery

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 Land Rover Discovery offers considerably more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 194 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 440 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.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 1,142 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers clearly more boot space – 986 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 636 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries considerably more – 803 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 337 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery 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 £67,400
Discovery

Land Rover Discovery

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 249 - 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
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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 Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
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
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Land Rover
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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