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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maxus Deliver 7 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 30,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Maxus Deliver 7?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maxus Deliver 7: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Maxus Deliver 7

  • markedly more power
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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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Maxus Deliver 7 costs 30,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,087 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maxus Deliver 7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 3 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 26.9 kWh/100km for the Maxus Deliver 7. That’s a difference of about 11.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers barely more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 30 km more than the Maxus Deliver 7.

Deliver 7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maxus Deliver 7 offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Maxus Deliver 7 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus Deliver 7 delivers markedly more torque with 375 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 115 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 3.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,111 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Deliver 7 carries substantially more – 1,140 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 674 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is far ahead overall 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
DS Automobiles DS 3
Maxus Deliver 7

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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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Maxus Deliver 7

The Maxus Deliver 7 shows up like the sensible workhorse every small fleet owner secretly wants, marrying a cavernous load area with a surprisingly composed drive that turns city streets into a stress-free route. It won't win any beauty contests, but with practical ergonomics, low running costs and a no-nonsense attitude, it makes delivery days feel less like a slog and more like efficient business.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Maxus Deliver 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
30,600 - 50,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.9 - 28.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
310 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 211 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,030 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
980 - 1,140 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
148 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
330 - 375 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
108 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Maxus
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