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Jeep Gladiator vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (264 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (66,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jeep Gladiator or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Jeep Gladiator vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Jeep Gladiator

  • significantly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Gladiator

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 Jeep Gladiator costs 66,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,926 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Jeep Gladiator with 9.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

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 Jeep Gladiator offers significantly more power – delivering 264 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jeep Gladiator is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.6 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Gladiator delivers significantly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 340 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.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is significantly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,111 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Gladiator carries moderately more – 565 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 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.

from £29,500
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
Jeep Gladiator
DS Automobiles DS 3

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Jeep Gladiator

The Jeep Gladiator grafts the Wrangler's go-anywhere attitude onto a proper pickup bed, giving weekend adventurers the ability to haul gear, pop the top, and head off-road with confidence. It won't pretend to be a luxury cruiser, but its honest, rugged charm and practical versatility make it a great pick for buyers who value character and capability over showroom polish.

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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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Jeep Gladiator
DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
66,400 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
9.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
257 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
5,591 mm
Length
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Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
1,905 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
565 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
264 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
600 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
194 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
2,987 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Jeep
Brand
DS Automobiles
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