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SERES 3 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (32,900 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SERES 3 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

SERES 3 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

SERES 3

  • barely more power
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • a bit cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • barely 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

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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the SERES 3 costs 32,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,412 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 18 kWh/100km for the SERES 3. That’s a difference of about 2.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the DS Automobiles DS 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 99 km more than the SERES 3.

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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 SERES 3 offers barely more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the SERES 3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 3 delivers moderately more torque with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is clearly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,765 kg. The difference is around 516 kg.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries visibly more – 466 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 166 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is decisively ahead 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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SERES 3

The SERES 3 arrives as a zippy, well-equipped compact electric that puts everyday usability ahead of headline-grabbing theatrics. It’s an honest, budget-friendly choice for city commuters who want a bit of style and low running costs without a showroom ego.

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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
32,900 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
301 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,765 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
300 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2020
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
SERES
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drivetrain options does the SERES 3 have?

The SERES 3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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