USA EV Comparison: DS 3 E-Tense vs Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of $74400, while the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $74400 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $50912 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…).
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 285 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 250 mi | 362 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 217 mi | 283 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 23.4 kWh/100 mi | 37.5 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.27 mi/kWh | 2.67 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 6.8 |
Performance
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 192 lb-ft | 490 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 8.6 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 93 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 162.1 in | 193.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 78.3 in | 86.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 70.9 in | 76.3 in |
| Height | 60.4 in | 64.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.7 in | 115.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…), but the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4000 lb, whereas the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3582 lb | 5798 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 12.4 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 37.1 ft3 | 57.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 4000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 7.7 |
