Compare performance (156 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 125,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Land Rover Range Rover?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Range Rover costs 125,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 95,726 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Range Rover uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 284 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Range Rover offers clearly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover delivers considerably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Range Rover offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,504 kg. The difference is around 1,255 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover offers significantly more boot space – 818 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 468 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover carries substantially more – 846 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 380 kg.
The Land Rover Range Rover holds a solid 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.
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.
detailsThe Range Rover wraps unabashed luxury and genuine off-road capability into a silhouette that still manages to look effortlessly elegant whether parked outside a city hotel or splashing through a muddy trail. Inside, it’s a cocoon of soft leathers, refined materials and serene ride quality that makes long journeys feel like private-jet comfort — ideal for buyers who want a plush cruiser that can also go where lesser SUVs won’t.
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
125,200 - 275,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 11.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
115 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
62 - 267 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
2,504 - 2,810 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
212 - 818 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
2,047 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
645 - 846 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
300 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
550 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
221 - 405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Land Rover
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