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Hongqi EHS7 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (619 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi EHS7 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Hongqi EHS7 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Hongqi EHS7

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EHS7

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Hongqi EHS7 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,922 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Hongqi EHS7. That’s a difference of about 3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hongqi EHS7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 200 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi EHS7 offers significantly more power – delivering 619 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 463 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi EHS7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi EHS7 delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

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.

Looking at boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers significantly more boot space – 350 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi EHS7 is far ahead 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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EHS7

Hongqi EHS7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 - 619 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 540 - 600 km
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Hongqi EHS7

The Hongqi EHS7 is a striking luxury SUV that embodies the blend of modern technology with traditional elegance, making it a standout in its segment. This all-electric vehicle offers an opulent driving experience, characterized by its spacious and exquisitely crafted interior which caters to comfort and sophistication. Designed to turn heads, the EHS7's aerodynamic silhouette and distinctive grille reflect Hongqi's commitment to innovation and style in the growing field of electric mobility.

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Hongqi EHS7
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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 64,300 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
540 - 600 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
111 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
-
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
4,925 mm
Length
-
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
1,680 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
-
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
343 - 619 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
253 - 455 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Hongqi
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Hongqi EHS7 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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