Global EV Comparison: DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) for as low as €16990, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) begins at €20995.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €16990 | €20995 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023).
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 341 km | 305 km |
| Range (GCC) | 293 km | 259 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.33 km/kWh | 6.61 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 101 kW, while the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) maxes out at 44 kW.
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 101 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 155 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4118 mm | 4205 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm | 2070 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1802 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2558 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) features a larger trunk, but the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2021-2023) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1598 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 332 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1050 l | 1114 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.4 |
