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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Primastar Bus comparison
Compare performance (156 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 45,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Nissan Primastar Bus?
DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Primastar Bus: Key differences
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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Nissan Primastar Bus costs 45,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,827 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Nissan Primastar Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.
Primastar Bus
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 Primastar Bus offers barely 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 Primastar Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 380 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
DS 3
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Primastar Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,043 kg. The difference is around 794 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Bus carries significantly more – 1,002 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 536 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The DS Automobiles DS 3 comes out clearly 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 £29,500
DS Automobiles DS 3
DS Automobiles DS 3
Nissan Primastar Bus
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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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Nissan Primastar Bus
The Nissan Primastar is a sensible people-mover that puts practicality and flexible seating ahead of flash, making it the go-to for tradespeople, shuttle duties or large families who need space without fuss. It’s unpretentious on the road and easy to live with — not the car to win style points, but the one that earns them every time you need to load up and go.
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DS Automobiles DS 3
Nissan Primastar Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
45,300 - 50,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
181 - 182 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
9
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
2,043 - 2,117 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
953 - 1,002 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
150 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
350 - 380 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
110 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Nissan
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