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Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (27,100 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Combo Cargo or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Vauxhall Combo Cargo vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Vauxhall Combo Cargo

  • marginally cheaper
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • somewhat more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • slightly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Combo Cargo

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.

Vauxhall Combo Cargo is marginally cheaper – starting at 27,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,370 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 17.4 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Combo Cargo. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 46 km more than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo takes 11.2 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries considerably more – 781 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 315 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 shows a few small advantages 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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Vauxhall Combo Cargo

The Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.

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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
27,100 - 34,800 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
354 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 143 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
645 - 781 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 136 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 300 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
75 - 100 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Vauxhall
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the Vauxhall Combo Cargo have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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