Global EV Comparison: Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh vs DS 3 E-Tense
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh (2024-...) has a starting price of €39500, compared to the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…), which starts at €40540.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Poland | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €39500 | €40540 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37850 | €26990 |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh (2024-...) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 410 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 353 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.4 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.95 km/kWh | 6.87 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 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 | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | 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 | 5.4 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh (2024-...) and DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4173 mm | 4118 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1981 mm | 1988 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1781 mm | 1802 mm |
| Height | 1532 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2562 mm | 2558 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh (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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica 54 kWh | DS 3 E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1620 kg | 1625 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1265 l | 1050 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5 |
