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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Lexus RX?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Lexus RX: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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Lexus RX

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

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

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,798 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 333 km more than the Lexus RX.

RX

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 Lexus RX offers considerably more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 215 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers considerably more torque with 551 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 291 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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 791 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers visibly more boot space – 461 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 111 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries markedly more – 620 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 154 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RX is slightly 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.

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Lexus RX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 207 - 371 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 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 RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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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