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DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense

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Real-world range: 300 km

AvailableBFWDNCM

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DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense

169 Wh/km of consumption and a 107 kW charging peak — the DS 3 E-Tense bets on efficiency above all.

~from PLN 197,500

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Available since November 2022

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DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense — Side profile

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300 km

Real-world range

50.8 kWh

Usable battery

169 Wh/km

Efficiency

107 kW

DC peak power

10–80% in 28 min

Buying decision

EvCompass verdict

The main arguments drawn from approved data and the EvCompass editorial summary.

50.8 kWh and 169 Wh/km of consumption give 300 km of real range, exactly the median among B-segment SUVs. The 169 Wh/km figure, though, is lower than the 177 Wh/km median in the same group.

The 107 kW DC charging peak is higher than the 101 kW median in the group, and the 10 to 80% stop takes 28 min. The 1,625 kg kerb weight stays below the 1,757 kg median, though the 350 l boot is smaller than the 360 l median.

Best suited to

For someone who counts stops in minutes: a 107 kW peak and 28 min from 10 to 80%.

Strong points

  • Consumption of 169 Wh/km is lower than the 177 Wh/km median among B-segment SUVs.
  • A 107 kW DC charging peak is higher than the 101 kW median among B-segment SUVs.
  • A kerb weight of 1,625 kg is lower than the group median of 1,757 kg.

What to consider

  • The 350 l boot is smaller than the group median of 360 l.
  • No braked towing capacity: 0 kg against the group median of 550 kg.

Catalogue comparison

EvCompass scores

Each score combines specific vehicle data with its position among the cars available in the catalogue.

Motorway

33 / 100

Data coverage: 100%

How the score is built
How the score is built — Motorway
InputVehicle valuePercentileWeight
Motorway range in mild weather275 km1925%
Motorway range in cold weather210 km1925%
Motorway energy consumption185 Wh/km7110%
10–80% charging time28 min5920%
Maximum DC charging power107 kW2320%

City

67 / 100

Data coverage: 75%

How the score is built
How the score is built — City
InputVehicle valuePercentileWeight
City energy consumption113 Wh/km8125%
City range in cold weather300 km1920%
Body length4,118 mm9215%
Turning circle diameter10.7 m8115%
Confirmed price in PolandUnknownNot counted

Family

29 / 100

Data coverage: 85%

How the score is built
How the score is built — Family
InputVehicle valuePercentileWeight
Number of seats5 seats4525%
Rear luggage capacity350 l1530%
Isofix mountsYes5015%
Permitted trailer weight0 kg915%
Safety ratingUnknownNot counted

Charging

41 / 100

Data coverage: 100%

How the score is built
How the score is built — Charging
InputVehicle valuePercentileWeight
10–80% charging time28 min5930%
Maximum DC charging power107 kW2320%
AC charging power11 kW4815%
800 V architectureNo3715%
Plug & ChargeNo5010%
Battery preconditioningNo1210%

Value

Not calculated

There is not enough known data to calculate this score.

Data coverage: 0%

Missing data

  • Confirmed price per kilometre of real-world range

The comparison covers 629 cars available in the catalogue.

Methodology v1Calculated by EvCompassSee the methodology

Catalogue positions

In the EvCompass rankings

Positions are computed from catalogue data using the EvCompass methodology.

How positions are calculated

Point of reference

How it compares with alternatives

DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense

This car
Price from
~from PLN 197,500
Real-world range
300 km
Usable battery
50.8 kWh
Energy consumption
169 Wh/km
DC power
107 kW
0–100 km/h
9 s

Kia EV3 Long Range (2025-2026)

Price from
~from PLN 197,400
Real-world range
455 km
Usable battery
78 kWh
Energy consumption
171 Wh/km
DC power
135 kW
0–100 km/h
7.7 s

Abarth 600e Competizione (2026)

Price from
~from PLN 197,900
Real-world range
280 km
Usable battery
50.8 kWh
Energy consumption
181 Wh/km
DC power
107 kW
0–100 km/h
5.9 s

The same verified metrics for this car and up to two of its closest alternatives.

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The full picture

Technical details

Approved facts grouped by the decisions they inform, without raw source headings.

Battery

Usable battery
50.8 kWh
Real-world range
300 km
Energy consumption
169 Wh/km
Battery chemistry
NCM
Nominal battery capacity
54 kWh
Battery type
Lithium-ion
Number of cells
102
Battery architecture
400 V
Battery warranty
8 years
Warranty mileage limit
160 km
Nominal voltage
377 V
Cell format
Prismatic
WLTP range
404 km
WLTP rated consumption
153 Wh/km

Charging

AC charging power
11 kW
Maximum DC charging power
107 kW
10–80% charging time
28 min
11 kW onboard charger
Yes
Plug & Charge
No
Battery preconditioning
No
AC connector
Type 2
AC port location
Left side — rear
AC charging time
5 h 30 min
DC connector
CCS
DC port location
Left side — rear
Average DC power 10–80%
79 kW DC
Autocharge
Yes
Automatic battery preconditioning
No

Performance

Acceleration 0–100 km/h
9 s
Power
115 kW
Top speed
150 km/h
Drivetrain
FWD
Torque
260 Nm

Dimensions

Length
4,118 mm
Width
1,802 mm
Height
1,534 mm
Wheelbase
2,558 mm
Unladen weight
1,625 kg
Width with mirrors
1,988 mm
Gross vehicle weight
2,008 kg
Maximum payload
458 kg

Utility

Body type
SUV
Segment
B
Seats
5
Cargo volume
350 l
Braked towing weight
0 kg
Availability
Available
Production period
Available since November 2022
Heat pump
Yes
Roof rails
No
Tow hitch
No
V2L
No
V2H
No
V2G
No
Maximum cargo volume
1,050 L
Front cargo volume
0 L
Maximum roof load
0 kg
Tow hitch availability
No
Unbraked towing weight
0 kg
Maximum vertical load
0 kg
ISOFIX
Yes, 2 seats
Turning circle
10.7 m
Platform
PSA e-CMP
Dedicated EV platform
No
V2H via AC
No
V2H via DC
No
V2G via AC
No
V2G via DC
No

Price

Price from
PLN 197,500

EvCompass publishes canonical facts, manufacturer values and clearly labelled calculations only.

Charging analysis

How quickly you get back on the road

Power across the charging window and stop time come from one validated data series.

Peak power
107 kW
10–80% average
79 kW
10–80% time
28 min
Underlying data
SoC %kW
0107
16107
4079
6067
8051

Home charging

Chargers matched to this car

Live home AC products ranked by how closely their power matches the car's onboard charger.

The car accepts up to 11 kW AC — a higher-power station will not charge it beyond that limit.

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Ownership costs

What it costs to use this car

Energy, scheduled servicing and seasonal tyres, priced from one transparent set of assumptions.

Model starting price: ~from PLN 197,500

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Default assumptions

15,000 km per year · 70% at home · 30% public · G11 — flat rate · All networks

Energy

PLN 324.10 / month

PLN 3,889.25 / year

Blended consumption for these settings: 170 Wh/km

Servicing

no data

Tyres

PLN 596.35 – PLN 1,065.75 / year

Total running cost per month

PLN 373.80 – PLN 412.92

Total running cost per kilometre

PLN 0.30 – PLN 0.33 / km

The total excludes: servicing.

Annual cost components

  • Energy: PLN 3,889.25
  • Tyres: PLN 596.35 – PLN 1,065.75

Weighted energy price: PLN 1.53/kWh

Public DC charging: PLN 2.52/kWh · all networks (EvCompass) · price dated October 4, 2026. Compare charging subscriptions

Calculation assumptions and sources

Applied settings

15,000 km per year · 70% charged at home · 30% in public DC · G11 — flat rate · All networks

Real-world consumption

Mild weather: 147 Wh/km

Cold weather: 199 Wh/km

Cold-weather share: 44.2% from the 1991–2020 climate normals, source read on September 13, 2026. IMGW-PIB source

The source does not state whether these figures include charging losses; no additional loss factor is applied.

Tyre ageing without mileage is excluded; seasonal changeovers are counted twice per year.

Home tariff

G11 — flat rate: PLN 1.10/kWh · source read on September 13, 2026 · Poradnia OZE; assembled from URE-approved PGE 2026 tariffs

Indicative reconstruction: PGE Obrót energy, PGE Dystrybucja variable distribution and variable statutory charges from the 2026 tariffs were summed net and increased by 23% VAT. Fixed monthly fees are excluded. The result is below the shared G11 range of PLN 1.18–1.32/kWh because it includes variable items only; published comparisons may include other charges or assume a different billing profile.

Public DC price

PLN 2.52/kWh · EIPA snapshot dated October 4, 2026 · all networks (EvCompass).

Servicing sources

No source data for this component.

Tyre sources

Tyre set and tread-life data

EV tyre-wear factor

Seasonal changeover cost

Not included in the total

  • Insurance
  • Depreciation
  • Financing
  • Brake pads and discs
  • Fixed monthly electricity fees

Efficiency vs. similar cars

169Wh/km
Efficiency

Energy consumption compared to similar body-type cars

This car Lowest value

EvCompass interpretation

Among B-segment SUVs, 169 Wh/km sits below the 177 Wh/km median.

Underlying data
This carWh/km
DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense169
Kia EV3 Long Range (2025-2026)171
Abarth 600e Competizione (2026)181

Purchase price / km of range

658zł/km
Purchase price / km of range

Purchase price divided by real-world range. This is a purchase-value metric, not the driving cost for 1 km.

This car Lowest value

Underlying data
This carzł/km
DS Automobiles DS 3 E-Tense658
Kia EV3 Long Range (2025-2026)434
Abarth 600e Competizione (2026)707

How to read the comparison

Among B-segment SUVs this version is below the 177 Wh/km consumption median and above the 101 kW charging peak median.

EvCompass scenarios

Match your driving profile

Compare range, consumption and energy cost across different conditions. Change the energy price in the ownership cost settings.

Weighted energy price: PLN 1.53/kWh

Selected profile: Mixed profile

Range
276–324 km
Energy consumption
169 Wh/km
Cost / 100 km
PLN 23.7–27.8
Uncertainty
±8%
Driving profile simulation table
ProfileRangeEnergy consumptionCost / 100 km
Mixed profile276–324 km169 Wh/kmPLN 23.7–27.8
Calm city309–363 km151 Wh/kmPLN 21.2–24.9
Road 90 km/h268–314 km174 Wh/kmPLN 24.4–28.7
Motorway 120 km/h214–252 km218 Wh/kmPLN 30.6–35.9
Winter mixed215–253 km217 Wh/kmPLN 30.5–35.7
Winter motorway178–208 km262 Wh/kmPLN 36.8–43.2

Method: we convert the car's baseline consumption and real-world range through fixed profile factors, adjusted for body style, weight, AWD and heat pump when those fields are available. Bands show simulation uncertainty, not a guaranteed result.

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