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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Interstar comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 36,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Nissan Interstar?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Interstar: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Nissan Interstar

  • only slightly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Nissan Interstar costs 36,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Nissan Interstar with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Interstar offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 410 km, about 10 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Interstar

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 Nissan Interstar offers only slightly more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Interstar delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 120 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.

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

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,053 kg. The difference is around 804 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Interstar carries considerably more – 1,447 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 981 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Interstar sits just 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.

from £36,200
Interstar

Nissan Interstar

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 130 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 410 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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The Nissan Interstar is a sensible, no-nonsense panel van that puts practicality front and center, with a cavernous load area and a durable feel built for daily work. It drives with surprising composure for its size, keeps running costs modest, and feels like the kind of professional tool that prefers reliable service over flashy showboating.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
36,200 - 54,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
410 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 205 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,053 - 2,455 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,080 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
1,045 - 1,447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
130 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
96 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Nissan
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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