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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mitsubishi ASX comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mitsubishi ASX?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mitsubishi ASX: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • only slightly lighter
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Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

Mitsubishi ASX is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,628 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi ASX uses 4.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

ASX

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi ASX offers very slightly more power – delivering 158 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi ASX is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 15 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is only slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,296 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi ASX offers clearly more boot space – 484 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 134 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi ASX shows a few small advantages 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 £21,400
ASX

Mitsubishi ASX

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6 L/100km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Mitsubishi ASX

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
21,400 - 32,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
99 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
397 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mitsubishi
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