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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot Boxer comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 35,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Peugeot Boxer?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot Boxer: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Peugeot Boxer

  • significantly more power
  • very 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Peugeot Boxer costs 35,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,045 £.

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

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

As for electric range, the Peugeot Boxer offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 424 km, about 24 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

Boxer

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.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot Boxer offers significantly more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Boxer delivers considerably 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: Peugeot Boxer offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 826 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Boxer carries significantly more – 2,080 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,614 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Boxer 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 £35,500
Boxer

Peugeot Boxer

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 120 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 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
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
35,500 - 57,800 £
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
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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
2,075 - 2,940 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
560 - 2,080 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
120 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
320 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
88 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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