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

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?

DS Automobiles DS 3

Toyota Corolla Cross

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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 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.

Corolla Cross

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 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.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race?

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.

from about £31,700
Corolla Cross

Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L
DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Corolla Cross

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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 Cross

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The 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.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
28400 - 40500 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 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
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
44 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1249 - 1646 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4118 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1791 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1534 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
515 - 560 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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
150 - 196 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 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, D
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.