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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs NIO ET5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 40700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or NIO ET5?

DS Automobiles DS 3

NIO ET5

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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 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £ , while the NIO ET5 costs 40700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12266 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the DS Automobiles DS 3: with 15.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the NIO ET5 with 18.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 performs evident better – achieving up to 590 km, about 190 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

ET5

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 NIO ET5 has a convincingly edge – offering 490 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the NIO ET5 performs slight better – reaching 200 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: NIO ET5 pulls clearly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 440 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 clearly lighter – 1249 kg compared to 2215 kg. The difference is around 966 kg.

In terms of boot space, the NIO ET5 offers slight more room – 386 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

In maximum load capacity, the NIO ET5 performs minimal better – up to 1135 L, which is about 85 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

When it comes to payload, NIO ET5 minimal takes the win – 475 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 sits 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.

DS Automobiles DS 3
NIO ET5

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NIO ET5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 - 18.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 456 - 590 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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NIO ET5

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NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
40700 - 58700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
2215 - 2235 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
4790 mm
Width
1791 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1499 mm
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1135 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
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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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.