DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense
Premium electric subcompact SUV · 4W · Launched 2019
≈ £31,620
₹33.20 L (Indian market price)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
402 km
Battery
54 kWh
Top speed
150 km/h
Charge
7 hr
Power
156 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
DS Automobiles' premium subcompact electric SUV. Sold in Europe since 2019 (refreshed 2022) — not officially sold globally. EUR 36,800 starting. 250 miles (402 km) WLTP range on 54 kWh pack. Sister to Peugeot e-2008 / Opel Mokka Electric on Stellantis e-CMP2.
Best for
European premium subcompact SUV buyers wanting French style over German engineering
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Distinctive French luxury chic
- Diamond-cushioned leather is class-leading
- Stellantis e-CMP2 platform
- 250 mi WLTP is decent
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- 100 kW DC charging modest
- DS dealer network sparse
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by DS Automobiles (Stellantis) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Touchscreen UX criticisms
Reported in earlier models — DS Automobiles (Stellantis) has released fixes for newer batches.
Build quality variances
Reported in earlier models — DS Automobiles (Stellantis) has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — DS Automobiles (Stellantis) has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — DS Automobiles (Stellantis) has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — DS Automobiles (Stellantis) has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 250 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 54 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 20-80% in 30 min (100kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense is rated at 250 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 54 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 54 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7 hours |
| Fast charge | 20-80% in 30 min (100kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 150 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 156 bhp |
| Torque | 260 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1620 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 195 mm |
| Boot space | 350 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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The DS Automobiles (Stellantis) DS 3 E-Tense scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: European premium subcompact SUV buyers wanting French style over German engineering. Key strength: distinctive french luxury chic. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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