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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda 3 Sedan comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 186 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mazda 3 Sedan?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda 3 Sedan: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly lighter

Mazda 3 Sedan

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  • a bit cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

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.

Mazda 3 Sedan is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 28,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,471 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mazda 3 Sedan with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

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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 Mazda 3 Sedan offers somewhat more power – delivering 186 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda 3 Sedan is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers marginally more torque with 260 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 20 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 slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda 3 Sedan offers markedly more boot space – 450 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda 3 Sedan carries very slightly more – 481 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda 3 Sedan holds a narrow overall lead 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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3 Sedan

Mazda 3 Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 186 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
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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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The Mazda 3 Sedan dresses like a compact premium car, with sculpted lines and an interior that punches well above its class. It rewards drivers with eager handling and a composed, comfortable ride that turns routine runs into something a bit more enjoyable — proof that style and substance can share the same key.

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Mazda 3 Sedan

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,400 - 40,500 £
Price
25,000 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
123 - 135 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
450 L
Length
4,118 mm
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
467 - 481 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mazda
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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