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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Toyota C-HR?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 86 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 334 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

C-HR

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 Toyota C-HR offers markedly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers markedly more boot space – 447 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries only slightly more – 466 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 41 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is clearly superior overall 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.

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C-HR

Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 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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Reliability and no maintenance costs, plus a futuristic design.

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Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
52 - 116 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
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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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