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Lexus RC vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Lexus RC vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

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

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,826 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.8 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 Lexus RC offers considerably more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 308 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers clearly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

RC

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 466 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers only slightly more boot space – 366 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries a bit more – 535 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 holds a narrow 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 £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
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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 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
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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