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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or SsangYong Tivoli?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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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.

SsangYong Tivoli is markedly cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,082 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 SsangYong Tivoli offers very slightly more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SsangYong Tivoli delivers very slightly more torque with 280 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,375 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers significantly more boot space – 720 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 370 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 11 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is narrowly 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 £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
SsangYong Tivoli

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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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SsangYong Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 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
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
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Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
SsangYong
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