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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 29100 £ ) 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

  • minimal cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • noticeable lighter

Toyota C-HR

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  • noticeable more power
  • convincingly more efficient
  • clearly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • clearly perceptible more trunk space

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £ , while the Toyota C-HR costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota C-HR manages with 2.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L. The difference is about 2.70 L per 100 km.

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

C-HR

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 Toyota C-HR has a noticeable edge – offering 223 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

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 curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeable lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1505 kg. The difference is around 256 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers clearly perceptible more room – 447 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 3 barely noticeable takes the win – 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 far ahead 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.

DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota C-HR

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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
  • Electric Range : 66 km

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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Toyota C-HR

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The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
29100 - 42800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 1755 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
-
Width
1791 mm
Width
1832 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
-
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
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.