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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Skoda Karoq?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • slightly lighter
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Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • barely more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Karoq is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 420 £.

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

Karoq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Karoq offers moderately more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more boot space – 521 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 171 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries a bit more – 549 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Karoq 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 £29,100
Karoq

Skoda Karoq

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 190 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 7.6 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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Reviews Skoda Karoq

4.4 (4 Reviews)
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Mark
21 Jun 2026, 16:12:37

Very comfortable touring car. The fit and finish are high-quality, practical and well thought-out. Very good driver-assistance systems. In the Sportline trim, the seats are super comfortable with plenty of room for all passengers. Large boot and easily foldable rear seatbacks to expand it. The suspension is tuned for comfort and overall very well balanced. The 150 hp engine runs well and on the highway at 130 km/h is fairly economical (6.3–6.5 liters). In city driving it needs more, however. The automatic shifts flawlessly. We are very satisfied with our Karoq.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
128 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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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