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Kia XCeed vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Kia XCeed vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • visibly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
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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

XCeed

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.

Kia XCeed is noticeably cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,368 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

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 Kia XCeed offers somewhat more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia XCeed is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia XCeed delivers marginally more torque with 265 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm more.

XCeed

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 only slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,351 kg. The difference is around 102 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers slightly more boot space – 426 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia XCeed carries marginally more – 485 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed has only a minor advantage 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 £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Reviews Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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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
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
DS Automobiles
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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