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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (29,000 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Volvo V90?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Volvo V90: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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Volvo V90

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,257 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is considerably 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 substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 312 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

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 V90 offers significantly 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 V90 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers substantially more torque with 709 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 449 Nm more.

DS 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 826 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers clearly more boot space – 488 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo V90 carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo V90 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.

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V90

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 88 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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The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Anna
8 May 2026, 20:24:18

The Volvo V90 is the heir to the traditional "manor Volvo" and a concept in itself in terms of space and driving feel. My choice would be the V90, because it's a good dog car. I'd prefer the AWD Cross Country, as it would give me ground clearance for country roads and a higher driving position.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
515 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
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
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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