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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs DS 3 E-Tense
Selected trimStandard · 2019-23199 mi · 50 kWh · £33,490
Selected trimPallasChange trim248 mi · 54 kWh · £36,995
At a glance
In this comparison, DS 3 Crossback E-Tense leads on value for money and family practicality, while the DS 3 E-Tense leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the DS 3 E-Tense if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The DS 3 E-Tense leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value3 Crossback E-Tense
3 Crossback E-Tense
5.3
3 E-Tense
4.5
Motorway Range3 E-Tense
3 Crossback E-Tense
3.7
3 E-Tense
4.5
Family3 Crossback E-Tense
3 Crossback E-Tense
4.9
3 E-Tense
1.9
Charging3 E-Tense
3 Crossback E-Tense
1.9
3 E-Tense
3
Cost Per Mile3 E-Tense
3 Crossback E-Tense
4.6
3 E-Tense
8.2
City Driving
3 Crossback E-Tense
7.7
3 E-Tense
7.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,490 (better) | £36,995 |
| Official range | 199 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L | 350 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
DS 3 E-Tense
Length
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense4,118mm
DS 3 E-Tense4,118mm
Width
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,790mm-12mm
DS 3 E-Tense1,802mm
Height
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,534mm
DS 3 E-Tense1,534mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,118 mm | 4,118 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,790 mm (better) | 1,802 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,012 mm | 1,988 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,534 mm | 1,534 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 610 mm spare (better) | 598 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L | 350 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1050 L | 1050 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base |  DS 3 E-Tense Pallas |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.12m | 4.12m |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.80m+12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.01m | 1.99m-24mm |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.53m |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.56m |
| Ground Clearance | 175mm | 170mm-5mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L | 350L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1050L | 1050L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.7m | 10.7m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,523kg (better) | 1,550kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 54kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 248 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,490 (better) | £36,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,490 (not eligible) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2023 | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 207 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.3 kWh | 50.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 100 kW | 115 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Base
DS 3 E-Tense
Pallas
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist56%
Warranty
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DS 3 E-Tense worth the extra £3,505 over the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense?
The DS 3 E-Tense costs £3,505 more than the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense. For that premium it adds 49 miles more WLTP range. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the DS 3 E-Tense comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the DS 3 E-Tense?
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is £3,505 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense comes out roughly £3,425 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and DS 3 E-Tense like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and 207 miles for the DS 3 E-Tense - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The DS 3 E-Tense goes roughly 41 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the DS 3 E-Tense?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 610 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and about 598 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 E-Tense.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .