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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot Traveller comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 34,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Peugeot Traveller?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Peugeot Traveller: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • slightly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Peugeot Traveller

  • slightly more power
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Peugeot Traveller costs 34,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Peugeot Traveller with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Traveller

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Peugeot Traveller offers slightly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Peugeot Traveller takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Traveller delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 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 Traveller offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Traveller carries clearly more – 883 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 417 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 has only a minor advantage 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 £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Peugeot Traveller

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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 Traveller

The Peugeot Traveller is a roomy, refined people‑carrier that dresses up everyday practicality with an unexpectedly classy interior. Perfect for family getaways or executive shuttles, it pairs flexible seating and clever storage with a calm, composed ride — useful, sensible, and quietly likeable.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Peugeot Traveller

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
34,800 - 42,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
183 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 1,986 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
877 - 883 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Peugeot
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