Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 6 Eco 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. Although the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €40540 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €26990 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) has a larger battery, the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 399 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 339 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 63 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 59.6 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.69 km/kWh | 6.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…).
The VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4238 mm | 4118 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2118 mm | 1988 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1802 mm |
| Height | 1594 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2558 mm |
Cargo and Towing
While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) provides more cargo room 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 | VinFast VF 6 Eco | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1960 kg | 1625 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1275 l | 1050 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
