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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Micra comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 24,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Nissan Micra?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Micra: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly more power
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Micra

  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Nissan Micra is visibly cheaper – starting at 24,000 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,511 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Nissan Micra is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Nissan Micra offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 416 km, about 16 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Micra

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Micra is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 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:

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 moderately lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 203 kg.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries slightly more – 466 kg compared to 408 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Micra is barely 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.

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Micra

Nissan Micra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 150 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 317 - 416 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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DS Automobiles DS 3
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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
24,000 - 29,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
317 - 416 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,452 - 1,527 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,774 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
403 - 408 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
225 - 245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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