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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mercedes AMG GT comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 102,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mercedes AMG GT?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mercedes AMG GT: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mercedes AMG GT

  • significantly more power
  • significantly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 73,002 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes AMG GT with 10.3 L/100km. The difference is about 5.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 389 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

AMG GT

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 AMG GT offers significantly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 660 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers substantially more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 1,160 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.

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

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,790 kg. The difference is around 541 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers only slightly more boot space – 350 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries clearly more – 466 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 251 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
102,500 - 194,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
235 - 319 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
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
170 - 215 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

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