Compare performance (156 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 36,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Skoda Superb Combi?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Skoda Superb Combi costs 36,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,583 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Combi uses 1.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 263 km more than the Skoda Superb Combi.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Superb Combi offers substantially 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 Superb Combi is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Superb Combi delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
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 noticeably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,575 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Superb Combi offers considerably more boot space – 690 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 340 L.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Superb Combi carries noticeably more – 584 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 118 kg.
The Skoda Superb Combi 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.
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.
detailsThe Skoda Superb Combi is the practical hero of the estate world, offering cavernous space and a calm, refined ride that makes family life feel effortless. Its clever features, understated design and no-nonsense value make it a smart pick for buyers who want Germanic engineering without the badge premium — and it even manages to stay surprisingly stylish while doing all the heavy lifting.
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
128 - 137 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
28 - 178 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
497 - 584 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
150 - 265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
110 - 195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G, B
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Skoda
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