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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Rolls-Royce Phantom comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (28,400 £ vs 445,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Rolls-Royce Phantom?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Rolls-Royce Phantom: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter

Rolls-Royce Phantom

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

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 28,400 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Phantom costs 445,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 417,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Phantom with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 10.5 L/100km.

Phantom

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 Rolls-Royce Phantom offers considerably more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 415 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Phantom is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Phantom delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 640 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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,560 kg. The difference is around 1,311 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Phantom offers noticeably more boot space – 548 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries barely more – 466 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 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 £28,400
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • 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
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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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Rolls-Royce Phantom

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,400 - 40,500 £
Price
445,700 - 514,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.5 - 15.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
351 - 361 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,560 - 2,610 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 548 L
Length
4,118 mm
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
2,018 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
390 - 440 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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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