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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 2008 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Peugeot 2008?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 2008: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly lighter
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Peugeot 2008

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  • moderately cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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.

Peugeot 2008 is moderately cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,286 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 2008 uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 2008 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 2008 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 405 km, about 5 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

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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.

Both models deliver identical power – 156 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 2008 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 2008 delivers marginally more torque with 270 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 10 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,263 kg. The difference is around 14 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers somewhat more boot space – 434 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 84 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries very slightly more – 466 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 2008 is clearly 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.

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Peugeot 2008

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 405 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
24,800 - 40,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
405 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,263 - 1,623 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 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
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
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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