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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Movano comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Vauxhall Movano?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Vauxhall Movano: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Vauxhall Movano

  • substantially more power
  • only 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 visibly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Vauxhall Movano costs 39,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,885 £.

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

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Movano. That’s a difference of about 10.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Movano offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 424 km, about 24 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Movano

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 Vauxhall Movano offers substantially more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Movano delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 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: Vauxhall Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 901 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries considerably more – 2,020 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,554 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Movano 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 £39,900
Movano

Vauxhall Movano

  • Engine Type : Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 424 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Vauxhall Movano

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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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Vauxhall Movano

The Opel Movano is the no-nonsense workhorse that combines practicality with a calm, dependable presence on the road, designed to make hauling and daily chores feel almost effortless. Comfortable enough for long shifts and flexible enough to suit tradespeople, couriers or weekend DIY heroes, it’s built to be useful first and flashy never.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Vauxhall Movano

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
39,900 - 58,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
590 - 2,020 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
350 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

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