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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or VW ID.5?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs VW ID.5: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • markedly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,663 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.5 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 171 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

ID.5

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 ID.5 offers considerably more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers substantially more torque with 545 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 285 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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 802 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries a bit more – 552 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 571 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
37,200 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
529 - 552 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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