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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota Corolla - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (156 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 28600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Toyota Corolla?

DS Automobiles DS 3

Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £, while the Toyota Corolla costs 28600 £. That’s a price difference of around 129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla manages with 4.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla has a slightly edge – offering 178 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 22 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 3 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1420 kg. The difference is around 171 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla offers hardly perceptible more room – 361 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla performs slight better – up to 1052 L, which is about 2 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 3 slight takes the win – 466 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
DS Automobiles DS 3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £28,400
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.50 kWh
  • Electric Range : 400 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

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The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Corolla
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Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
28600 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.40 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
1420 - 1460 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
4370 mm
Width
1791 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1052 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full 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
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

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