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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 3008 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Peugeot 3008?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot 3008: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • markedly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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Peugeot 3008

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Peugeot 3008 costs 36,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 3008 uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 16.9 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 3008. That’s a difference of about 1.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Peugeot 3008 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 698 km, about 298 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

3008

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 Peugeot 3008 offers clearly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 169 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 3008 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 3008 delivers significantly more torque with 511 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 251 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 visibly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,648 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 3008 offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 3008 carries very slightly more – 467 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 3008 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 £36,500
3008

Peugeot 3008

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.9 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 81 - 698 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Peugeot 3008

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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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Peugeot 3008

The Peugeot 3008 blends bold French styling with a surprisingly grown-up interior that makes even dull commutes feel a little bit special. Practical enough for family life yet lively to drive, it’s a clever all‑rounder that stands out from the crossover crowd without shouting for attention.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Peugeot 3008

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,000 - 37,600 £
Price
36,500 - 52,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
81 - 698 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.4 - 96.9 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,648 - 2,266 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
470 - 520 L
Length
-
Length
4,542 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
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Height
1,641 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,430 - 1,480 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
432 - 467 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
170 - 201 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
230 - 511 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
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