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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Volvo S90?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo S90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo S90

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,726 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 311 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

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 Volvo S90 offers considerably 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 S90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers significantly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 663 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers clearly more boot space – 453 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 103 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries a bit more – 518 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo S90 is decisively ahead 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 £62,200
S90

Volvo S90

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 89 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
17 - 149 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
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, 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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