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Abarth 600e vs DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimStandard · 2019-23199 mi · 50 kWh · £33,490
At a glance
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense was replaced by the DS 3 E-Tense in 2023. Compare the Abarth 600e with the DS 3 E-Tense
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 600e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueDS
Abarth
3.7
DS
5.3
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
4.3
DS
3.7
FamilyDS
Abarth
3.4
DS
4.9
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
DS
1.9
Cost Per MileAbarth
Abarth
5.4
DS
4.6
City Driving
Abarth
8.1
DS
7.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £33,490 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles (better) | 199 miles |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 350 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 8.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense4,118mm-69mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-11mm
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,790mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,534mm-23mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,118 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,790 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 2,012 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,534 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 610 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L (better) | 350 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1050 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.12m-69mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.79m+11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.01m+31mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.53m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.56m-1mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 175mm-4mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L (better) | 350L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1050L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.7m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | 1,523kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi (better) | 199 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £33,490 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £33,490 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2019–2023 |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles (better) | 199 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles (better) | 166 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 46.3 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 8.7 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Abarth 600e
Turismo
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Base
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist56%
Warranty
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense?
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is £505 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense comes out roughly £505 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 600e and DS 3 Crossback E-Tense like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 166 miles for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e and about 610 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 84% for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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