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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Skoda Kamiq?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
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Skoda Kamiq

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • slightly 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.

Skoda Kamiq is noticeably cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Kamiq

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers barely more torque with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is very slightly lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers slightly more boot space – 400 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kamiq carries somewhat more – 539 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 sits just ahead 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.

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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
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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
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 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
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
439 - 539 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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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