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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus LBX comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Lexus LBX?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus LBX: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • moderately more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Lexus LBX

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Lexus LBX is barely cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus LBX uses 4.5 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

LBX

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers moderately more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Lexus LBX takes 9.2 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers clearly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 185 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,280 kg. The difference is around 31 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus LBX carries very slightly more – 475 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is a compact premium crossover that brings Lexus styling and craftsmanship to city driving, pairing a cozy interior with thoughtful tech and upscale materials. It focuses on a quiet, refined ride and fuel-efficient everyday usability while carrying the brand’s familiar emphasis on comfort and safety.

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DannyCS
5 Feb 2026, 18:32:14

We’re loving our LBX. Its fun to drive, great fuel economy and fancy too

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
28,300 - 40,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
102 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,280 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
455 - 475 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
185 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
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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