Global EV Comparison: Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD vs DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
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General Info
The Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €29990. The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €16990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | India | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €29990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €16990 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) has a larger battery, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 344 km | 341 km |
| Range (GCC) | 292 km | 293 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 48.8 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 47.8 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.4 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.11 km/kWh | 6.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 6.2 |
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 Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) maxes out at 55 kW.
The Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 55 kW | 101 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) has more power, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 106 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 142 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 193 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 8.7 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022).
The Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4285 mm | 4118 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2065 mm | 1988 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1802 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2558 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) 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 Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Toyota Urban Cruiser 48.8 kWh FWD | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1775 kg | 1598 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 244 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 562 l | 1050 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 5 |
