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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Superb Combi comparison

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?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Skoda Superb Combi: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Skoda Superb Combi

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly 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:

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.

Superb Combi

Engine and Performance:

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.

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £36,100
Superb Combi

Skoda Superb Combi

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 265 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 128 - 137 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Skoda Superb Combi

The 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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DS Automobiles DS 3
Skoda Superb Combi

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
36,100 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
128 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
28 - 178 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,853 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
497 - 584 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-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
5.7 - 9.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
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
E, F, D, G, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Skoda
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