Global EV Comparison: DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs Volvo EX30 Single Motor
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General Info
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €39790. 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 | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €39790 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €16990 | €30960 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a larger battery, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 341 km | 344 km |
| Range (GCC) | 293 km | 292 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 51 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.33 km/kWh | 5.96 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 5.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) maxes out at 101 kW.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) 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 | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 101 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 6 |
Performance
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 200 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 268 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.7 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 4.3 |
Dimensions
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022).
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4118 mm | 4233 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm | 2032 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1802 mm | 1838 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2558 mm | 2650 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.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…), but the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) doesn’t have one.
The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 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 | Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1598 kg | 1840 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 318 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1050 l | 843 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 7 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.8 |
