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Fiat 500 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Fiat 500 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • significantly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,914 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Fiat 500 is a bit more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles DS 3. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 69 km more than the Fiat 500.

DS 3

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers visibly more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 38 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 500 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers moderately more torque with 260 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is a bit lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more boot space – 350 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries clearly more – 466 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 141 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 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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DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 400 km
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The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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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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DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
29,000 - 36,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Fiat
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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