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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 32300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mercedes A-Class?

DS Automobiles DS 3

Mercedes A-Class

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 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 3814 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 400 km, about 315 km more than the Mercedes A-Class.

A-Class

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A-Class has a convincingly edge – offering 320 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes A-Class performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 54 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls convincingly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

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

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes A-Class performs a bit better – up to 1190 L, which is about 140 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes A-Class slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes A-Class shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £32,300
A-Class

Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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DS Automobiles DS 3
Mercedes A-Class

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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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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1791 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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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