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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Porsche Boxster?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 106,526 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 7.7 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Porsche Boxster offers clearly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 344 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers substantially 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: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 236 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more boot space – 350 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries significantly more – 466 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly superior 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 £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
Porsche Boxster

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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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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 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
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
-
Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Porsche
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