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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Townstar comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 35,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Nissan Townstar?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Nissan Townstar: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Nissan Townstar

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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Nissan Townstar costs 35,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,343 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 20.7 kWh/100km for the Nissan Townstar. That’s a difference of about 5.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 135 km more than the Nissan Townstar.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Nissan Townstar takes 13.3 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers marginally more torque with 260 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 15 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Nissan Townstar offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,041 kg. The difference is around 792 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar carries noticeably more – 594 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 128 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is far 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 £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 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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Nissan Townstar

The Nissan Townstar is a pragmatic city companion that blends clever packaging with a calm, easygoing drive, making it ideal for urban errands and small-business hauls. It won't win any style contests, but its tidy interior, sensible features and no-nonsense character make it a genuinely useful buy for people who value practicality over pizzazz.

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A fantastic model with true SUV character. Noticeably more space, generous luggage capacity and a high driving position — just like an SUV — and, best of all, finally a petrol engine (instead of the diesels the competition offers), which is a great alternative. LPG installation is possible, too.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
35,800 - 37,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
265 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,041 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
594 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 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
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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