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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 31,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mazda MX-5 Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mazda MX-5 Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • only slightly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe costs 31,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,860 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda MX-5 Coupe with 6.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 L/100km.

MX-5 Coupe

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers a bit more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda MX-5 Coupe is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers substantially more torque with 260 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 108 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.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is moderately lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries clearly more – 466 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly superior 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
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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 MX-5 is a delightfully pure driver's car, wrapped in a compact package and tuned to make steering inputs feel like a conversation rather than a chore. It won’t overwhelm you with gadgetry, but what it delivers—nimble handling, instant feedback and an honest grin every time you drive—makes it a brilliant choice for anyone who values fun over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
127 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
166 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

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