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VW Golf Variant vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Golf Variant or DS Automobiles DS 3?

VW Golf Variant vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

VW Golf Variant

  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Golf Variant

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Golf Variant is only slightly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 655 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf Variant uses 4.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 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 VW Golf Variant offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf Variant is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf Variant delivers markedly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Golf Variant

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 1,366 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers significantly more boot space – 611 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries slightly more – 547 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf Variant is far ahead 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 £28,800
Golf Variant

VW Golf Variant

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 7 L/100km
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The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.

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DS Automobiles DS 3

Costs and Consumption
Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
114 - 159 g/km
co2
0 - 112 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,366 - 1,551 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
611 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,789 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
509 - 547 kg
Payload
362 - 466 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
VW
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the VW Golf Variant?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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