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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda MX-30 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mazda MX-30?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda MX-30: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Mazda MX-30

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  • very slightly 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 Mazda MX-30 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,346 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.3 kWh/100km for the Mazda MX-30. That’s a difference of about 2.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 315 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

MX-30

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 MX-30 offers very slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 9.1 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,849 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 350 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries slightly more – 466 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
22 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,555 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
402 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
125 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
830 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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