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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or MINI Countryman?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • barely cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 barely cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,037 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 97 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Countryman

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 MINI Countryman offers clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers considerably more torque with 494 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 234 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 markedly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries very slightly more – 500 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 34 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman 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.

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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 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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MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
MINI
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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