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Rolls-Royce Wraith vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (600 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (248,100 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Wraith or DS Automobiles DS 3?

Rolls-Royce Wraith vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Wraith

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

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

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

Wraith

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.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Wraith costs 248,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 218,572 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles DS 3 uses 5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Wraith with 15.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.8 L/100km.

DS 3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers substantially more power – delivering 600 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 444 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Wraith is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Wraith delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm more.

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.

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 2,360 kg. The difference is around 1,111 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Rolls-Royce Wraith offers clearly more boot space – 470 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 holds a decisive 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
Rolls-Royce Wraith
DS Automobiles DS 3

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Rolls-Royce Wraith

The Wraith embodies a perfect blend of luxury and performance, making it a standout in the world of grand tourers. With its striking silhouette and opulent interior, this masterpiece from Rolls-Royce invites drivers to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Every journey in the Wraith is a celebration of bespoke craftsmanship and exhilarating power, ensuring that it remains an unforgettable presence on the road.

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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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Rolls-Royce Wraith
DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
248,100 - 288,800 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
15.8 - 16.2 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
357 - 365 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,360 - 2,440 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
5,269 - 5,285 mm
Length
-
Width
1,947 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
1,507 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 450 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
600 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
850 - 900 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
441 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
6,592 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
DS Automobiles
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