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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or VW Arteon?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW Arteon: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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VW Arteon

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

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,779 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Arteon

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 VW Arteon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 164 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers visibly more torque with 420 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 160 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 clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 358 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers considerably more boot space – 590 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries somewhat more – 569 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon 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.

from £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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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 VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 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
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
-
Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
-
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
VW
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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