Global EV Comparison: DS 3 E-Tense vs MG ZS EV Long Range
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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 MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…), which starts at €37990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40540 | €37990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26990 | €19870 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 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 E-Tense (2022-…).
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 440 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 374 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 68.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 18.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.87 km/kWh | 5.48 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 94 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 4.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the MG ZS EV Long Range (2021-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 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 E-Tense (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | DS 3 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 E-Tense (2022-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | MG ZS EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1625 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 |