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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Lexus ES?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,537 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

ES

Engine and Performance:

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 Lexus ES offers clearly 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 Lexus ES is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers noticeably more boot space – 454 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries marginally more – 470 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 has the upper hand 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 £29,000
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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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 37,600 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 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
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Lexus
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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