Global EV Comparison: DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs MG ZS EV Long Range
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General Info
The MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €37990. 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 | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €37990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €16990 | €19870 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022).
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 341 km | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 293 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 68.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.33 km/kWh | 5.48 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 6.3 |
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 MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 101 kW | 94 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 s | 8.4 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) 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 | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4118 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1802 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2558 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) 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 MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1598 kg | 1695 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1050 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 6.3 |
