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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Vauxhall Corsa?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • somewhat more trunk space
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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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.

Vauxhall Corsa is clearly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is very 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 Vauxhall Corsa offers marginally more range – reaching up to 429 km, about 29 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Corsa

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.

Both models deliver identical power – 156 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Corsa is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 260 Nm.

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, Vauxhall Corsa is very slightly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more boot space – 350 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 21 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Corsa holds a decisive overall lead 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 £19,600
Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 100 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 357 - 429 km
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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
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 116 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
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Vauxhall
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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