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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Kodiaq comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 37,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Skoda Kodiaq?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Kodiaq: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Skoda Kodiaq

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 37,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,375 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kodiaq uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 278 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

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 Kodiaq offers significantly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Kodiaq delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 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, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,684 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers considerably more boot space – 910 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 560 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Kodiaq carries somewhat more – 563 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Kodiaq is decisively ahead 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 £37,900
Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 119 - 122 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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Reviews DS Automobiles DS 3

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Skoda Kodiaq

The Skoda Kodiaq is a practical, well built family SUV that puts space, comfort and usefulness ahead of showy gimmicks. Its composed ride, clever interior packaging and sensible feature set make it an easy, unpretentious choice for daily driving and longer journeys.

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4.9 (5 Reviews)
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Geert
5 May 2026, 08:49:23

The Skoda Kodiac looks sleeker and is bigger. The Ford Explorer is a bit smaller and there was such a fuss made about it, but it’s disappointing in looks and even worse on the inside.

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zlatko P.
10 Feb 2026, 10:37:54

more for money, pracical

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
37,900 - 50,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
119 - 122 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
35 - 186 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
1,684 - 1,970 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,864 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, E, B
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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