Global EV Comparison: Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro vs DS 3 E-Tense
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General Info
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €40540. The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €37180 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €40540 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37180 | €26990 |
| GCC Score | 6.4 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 389 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 509 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 393 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 76.6 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.5 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.13 km/kWh | 6.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 5.5 |
Performance
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 220 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 295 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.6 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4588 mm | 4118 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 1988 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1865 mm | 1802 mm |
| Height | 1614 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2764 mm | 2558 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1200 kg, whereas the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2215 kg | 1625 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 535 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l | 1050 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 5.1 |
