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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mercedes A Class comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 421 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 32,600 £ ) 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 vs Mercedes A Class: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • somewhat cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • somewhat lighter
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Mercedes A Class

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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Mercedes A Class costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,066 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/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 Mercedes A Class.

A Class

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 Mercedes A Class offers significantly more power – delivering 421 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

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 somewhat lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,440 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class is far 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 £32,600
A Class

Mercedes A Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 421 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.3 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 85 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 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
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
53 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
450 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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 - 421 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
200 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 310 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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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