Global EV Comparison: Kia Niro EV Standard Range vs DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) for as low as €17885, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) begins at €16990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2022 | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17885 | €16990 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022).
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 289 km | 341 km |
| Range (GCC) | 246 km | 293 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.28 km/kWh | 6.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.2 |
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 Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) maxes out at 44 kW.
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 101 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 s | 8.7 s |
| Top Speed | 155 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense (2020-2022).
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4375 mm | 4118 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1988 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 1802 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm | 2558 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) 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 | Kia Niro EV Standard Range | DS 3 Crossback E-Tense |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1646 kg | 1598 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 451 l | 350 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1405 l | 1050 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5 |
