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ZEEKR 001 vs DS Automobiles DS 3 comparison

Compare performance (544 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 29,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – ZEEKR 001 or DS Automobiles DS 3?

ZEEKR 001 vs DS Automobiles DS 3: Key differences

ZEEKR 001

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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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DS Automobiles DS 3

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

DS Automobiles DS 3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,918 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 15.5 kWh/100km compared to 18.2 kWh/100km for the ZEEKR 001. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the ZEEKR 001 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 220 km more than the DS Automobiles DS 3.

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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 ZEEKR 001 offers considerably more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 388 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 3 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers considerably more torque with 686 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 426 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 substantially lighter – 1,249 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 951 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers noticeably more boot space – 539 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 189 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries somewhat more – 520 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
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ZEEKR 001

The Zeekr 001 feels like a grown-up fastback from the future, blending sleek Scandinavian minimalism with surprising road presence that turns heads without shouting. Inside it's a premium, gadget-filled cocoon that makes electric driving effortless and enjoyable — a polished alternative for buyers who want something refreshingly different.

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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
51,400 - 62,600 £
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Electric Range
400 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 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
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Trunk capacity
539 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 520 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
Brand
ZEEKR
Brand
DS Automobiles
What drive types are available for the ZEEKR 001?

The ZEEKR 001 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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