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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Toyota Prius?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,918 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 314 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Prius

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 Prius offers noticeably 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 Prius is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

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 terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 371 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers a bit more boot space – 350 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 66 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries a bit more – 466 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Prius

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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 Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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DS Automobiles DS 3
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
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
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Toyota
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