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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maxus eTERRON 9 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 442 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 64,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Maxus eTERRON 9?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Maxus eTERRON 9: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maxus eTERRON 9

  • substantially more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Maxus eTERRON 9 costs 64,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,201 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Maxus eTERRON 9. That’s a difference of about 11.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Maxus eTERRON 9 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 430 km, about 30 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

eTERRON 9

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 Maxus eTERRON 9 offers substantially more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 286 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maxus eTERRON 9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maxus eTERRON 9 delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,925 kg. The difference is around 1,676 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus eTERRON 9 carries moderately more – 575 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly 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 £29,000
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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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 eTERRON 9

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
64,200 - 66,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,925 - 2,955 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,997 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
545 - 575 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
325 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Maxus
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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