Global EV Comparison: DS 3 E-Tense vs Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD
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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 Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…), which starts at €35295.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40540 | €35295 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €26990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…) 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 | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 426 km |
| Range (GCC) | 349 km | 362 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54 kWh | 61.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 50.8 kWh | 59.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.6 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.87 km/kWh | 6.05 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 6.7 |
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 Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…) maxes out at 70 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 | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 70 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 128 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 189 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 8.7 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…).
The Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | DS 3 E-Tense | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4118 mm | 4275 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm | 2065 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1802 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2558 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The DS 3 E-Tense (2022-…) 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 | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1625 kg | 1835 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 238 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1050 l | 562 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.8 |
