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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo S60 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 42,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Volvo S60?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo S60: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo S60

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Volvo S60 costs 42,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,466 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S60 uses 0.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 306 km more than the Volvo S60.

S60

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 Volvo S60 offers clearly more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S60 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.

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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 466 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S60 offers slightly more boot space – 427 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries marginally more – 475 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S60 is clearly superior 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.

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S60

Volvo S60

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 94 km
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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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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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3.9 (1 Reviews)
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27 Apr 2026, 22:48:18

I choose the Volvo S60 for its elegance and because of the dealer that distributes it in my country. I find it superior in technology and efficiency.

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Volvo S60

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
94 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
16 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
461 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Volvo
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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