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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Rolls-Royce Wraith comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 600 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 248,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Rolls-Royce Wraith?

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

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 219,026 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.8 L/100km.

Wraith

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 Wraith offers substantially more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 444 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers significantly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,111 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries only slightly more – 466 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 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 £29,000
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
Rolls-Royce Wraith

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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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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Rolls-Royce Wraith

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 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
357 - 365 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
83 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
470 L
Length
-
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,947 mm
Height
-
Height
1,507 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
370 - 450 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
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
600 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
441 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2020
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Rolls-Royce
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