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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or NIO ET7?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,412 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 184 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

ET7

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 ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 497 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers considerably more torque with 850 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 590 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 1,185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO ET7 offers marginally more boot space – 363 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 466 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 is decisively ahead 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 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
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
-
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
446 - 466 kg

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

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
NIO
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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