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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Fabia comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Skoda Fabia?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Fabia: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Skoda Fabia is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,197 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Fabia uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

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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 Skoda Fabia offers slightly more power – delivering 177 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Fabia is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers very slightly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Skoda Fabia is marginally lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 106 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Fabia offers marginally more boot space – 380 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries barely more – 466 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Fabia stands well ahead of its rival 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 £17,300
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Skoda Fabia

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 80 - 177 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
17,300 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
112 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,278 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
402 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
80 - 177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 15.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
93 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
59 - 130 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Skoda
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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