DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Kamiq – Which car suits you better?

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

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

Skoda Kamiq has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 28400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6737 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 manages with 5 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

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 has a minimal edge – offering 156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 6 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kamiq is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8.10 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kamiq performs minimal better – reaching 216 km/h, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 tops out at 196 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 260 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Skoda Kamiq is minimal lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1249 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers somewhat more room – 400 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1395 L, which is about 345 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq slightly takes the win – 539 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

All in all, the Skoda Kamiq shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.