Global EV Comparison: DS 3 E-Tense vs Fiat 600e Base
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) has a starting price of €40540, compared to the Fiat 600e (2023-…), which starts at €36490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | Poland |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40540 | €36490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26990 | €25990 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 409 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 348 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.87 km/kWh | 6.85 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 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 | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| 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 DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) and Fiat 600e (2023-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4118 mm | 4171 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm | 1981 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1802 mm | 1781 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1523 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2558 mm | 2562 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Fiat 600e (2023-…) 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 | DS 3 E-Tense | Fiat 600e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1625 kg | 1595 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 360 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1050 l | 1231 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5 |
