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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs Omoda E5
Selected trimStandard · 2019-23199 mi · 50 kWh · £33,490
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense was replaced by the DS 3 E-Tense in 2023. Compare the DS 3 E-Tense with the Omoda E5
In this comparison, DS 3 Crossback E-Tense leads on running costs and city driving, while the Omoda E5 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Omoda E5 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
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Omoda E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueOmoda
DS
5.3
Omoda
6.2
Motorway Range
DS
3.7
Omoda
3.7
Too close to call
FamilyOmoda
DS
4.9
Omoda
5.7
ChargingOmoda
DS
1.9
Omoda
4.4
Cost Per MileDS
DS
4.6
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingDS
DS
7.7
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Omoda E5
Knight
- 68 miles more WLTP range
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 55 kW more power
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,490 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 199 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L | 380 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Omoda E5
Length
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense4,118mm-306mm
Omoda E54,424mm
Width
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,790mm-40mm
Omoda E51,830mm
Height
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,534mm-54mm
Omoda E51,588mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,118 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,790 mm (better) | 1,830 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,012 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,534 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 610 mm spare (better) | 570 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L | 380 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1050 L | 1075 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.12m | 4.42m+306mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.83m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.01m | Not available |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.59m+54mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.63m+72mm |
| Ground Clearance | 175mm | 147mm-28mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L | 380L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1050L | 1075L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.7m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,523kg (better) | 1,710kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 267 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,490 | £33,065 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2023 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 267 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.3 kWh | 60 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 288 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Base
Omoda E5
Knight
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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%
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £425 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £385 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 Omoda E5 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 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Omoda E5 goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Omoda E5?
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Omoda E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 610 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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