Compare performance (156 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (28400 £ vs 31700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Toyota Corolla Cross?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
DS Automobiles DS 3 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28400 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3257 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.
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 Corolla Cross has a to a small extent edge – offering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 3 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 196 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is somewhat lighter – 1249 kg compared to 1380 kg. The difference is around 131 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers a bit more room – 425 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla Cross performs distinct better – up to 1337 L, which is about 287 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.
The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be edges ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28400 - 40500 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
400 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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co2
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
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Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4118 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1791 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1534 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1050 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Power kW
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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Brand
Toyota
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The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.