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Peugeot Expert Bus vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (33,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot Expert Bus or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Peugeot Expert Bus vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • moderately more power
  • significantly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • moderately cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Expert Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

DS Automobiles DS 3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Peugeot Expert Bus costs 33,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Peugeot Expert Bus with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

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 Peugeot Expert Bus offers moderately 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 DS Automobiles DS 3 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Peugeot Expert Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot Expert Bus delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Peugeot Expert Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 749 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Expert Bus offers significantly more boot space – 3,497 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 3,147 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Expert Bus carries considerably more – 942 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 476 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot Expert Bus 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.

from £33,400
Expert Bus

Peugeot Expert Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 7 L/100km
Peugeot Expert Bus
DS Automobiles DS 3

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Peugeot Expert Bus

The Peugeot Expert Bus is a sensible people-mover that pairs commercial durability with a surprisingly comfy interior, making it ideal for shuttle duty or large-family road trips. It won’t steal any style prizes, but its practical layout, easy-driving manners and thoughtful kit mean you’ll spend more time moving people and less time fussing over details.

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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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Peugeot Expert Bus
DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,400 - 34,200 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 7 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
182 - 184 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,998 - 2,029 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
3,061 - 3,497 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
921 - 942 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
180 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
132 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
DS Automobiles
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