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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Leapmotor B05 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 23,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Leapmotor B05?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Leapmotor B05: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Leapmotor B05

  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • markedly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Leapmotor B05 is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,588 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor B05. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Leapmotor B05 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 482 km, about 82 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

B05

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 Leapmotor B05 offers markedly 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 Leapmotor B05 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers marginally more torque with 260 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 20 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 considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,775 kg. The difference is around 526 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more boot space – 350 L compared to 295 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries visibly more – 466 kg compared to 370 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Leapmotor B05 comes out clearly 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 £23,900
B05

Leapmotor B05

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 401 - 482 km
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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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DS Automobiles DS 3
Leapmotor B05

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
23,900 - 27,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
401 - 482 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,775 - 1,855 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
295 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
363 - 370 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Leapmotor
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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