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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Porsche 911 Coupe comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 116800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Porsche 911 Coupe?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Porsche 911 Coupe: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • distinct lighter

Porsche 911 Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • slight more trunk space

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £ , while the Porsche 911 Coupe costs 116800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 88380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: DS Automobiles DS 3 manages with 5 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Porsche 911 Coupe with 10.10 L. The difference is about 5.10 L per 100 km.

911 Coupe

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 Porsche 911 Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 711 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 555 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche 911 Coupe performs noticeable better – reaching 322 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 126 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche 911 Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 800 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm difference.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is distinct lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1525 kg. The difference is around 276 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche 911 Coupe offers slight more room – 373 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 3 clearly perceptible takes the win – 466 kg compared to 310 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche 911 Coupe leads convincingly 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.

DS Automobiles DS 3
Porsche 911 Coupe

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from about £116,800
911 Coupe

Porsche 911 Coupe

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 394 - 711 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 10.1 - 13.8 L

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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Porsche 911 Coupe

The Porsche 911 Coupe remains the iconic sports car you buy when you want a thrilling weekend weapon that still behaves like a civilized companion during the weekdays. Its classic silhouette and razor‑sharp handling deliver a grin-inducing drive every time, while the polished interior and intuitive controls remind you this is a car built for drivers, not just headlines.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Porsche 911 Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
116800 - 301000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
10.1 - 13.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
229 - 312 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
63 - 64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
1525 - 1815 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
264 - 373 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
4542 - 4572 mm
Width
1791 mm
Width
1852 - 1900 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1279 - 1322 mm
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
228 - 310 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
394 - 711 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
294 - 322 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
450 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
290 - 523 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
2981 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2022 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.