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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maserati GranTurismo comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 135,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Maserati GranTurismo?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maserati GranTurismo: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Maserati GranTurismo

3.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Maserati GranTurismo costs 135,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 106,274 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Maserati GranTurismo with 10 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

GranTurismo

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 Maserati GranTurismo offers significantly 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 Maserati GranTurismo is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati GranTurismo delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 390 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,795 kg. The difference is around 546 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers a bit more boot space – 350 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati GranTurismo carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is decisively 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 £29,500
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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Maserati GranTurismo

The Maserati GranTurismo is a swooping Italian grand tourer that marries dramatic, museum-worthy styling with a sonorous exhaust note that insists on being noticed. It’s the kind of indulgent cruiser for buyers who want theatrical presence and a luxurious, long-distance demeanour rather than everyday practicality.

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Two insanely beautiful and wonderfully fun cars in one. The ultimate tourer and a fast sports car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
135,800 - 170,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10 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
226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,795 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
310 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,957 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
490 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
600 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
361 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Maserati
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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