Compare performance (700 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (234,000 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Supercar Series Roadster or DS Automobiles DS 3?
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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 204,498 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster uses 4.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 367 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers clearly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 544 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 720 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: DS Automobiles DS 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is noticeably lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 311 kg.
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.
The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.
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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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
234,000 £
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Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
33 km
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Electric Range
400 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
108 g/km
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 kg
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Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,913 mm
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Width
1,791 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
-
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Payload
362 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
700 HP
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Power HP
145 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
720 Nm
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Torque
230 - 260 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
515 kW
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Power kW
107 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
DS Automobiles
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