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Abarth 600e vs DS 3 E-Tense
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimPallasChange trim248 mi · 54 kWh · £36,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on family practicality, charging speed and city driving, while the DS 3 E-Tense leads on value for money and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the DS 3 E-Tense if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
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
4.5
Motorway Range
Abarth
4.3
DS
4.5
Too close to call
FamilyAbarth
Abarth
3.4
DS
1.9
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
DS
3
Cost Per MileDS
Abarth
5.4
DS
8.2
City DrivingAbarth
Abarth
8.1
DS
7.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 (better) | £36,995 |
| Official range | 207 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 350 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
DS 3 E-Tense
Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
DS 3 E-Tense4,118mm-69mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-23mm
DS 3 E-Tense1,802mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm
DS 3 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 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,118 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,802 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 1,988 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) | 598 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| 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 E-Tense Pallas |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.12m-69mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+23mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 1.99m+7mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.53m-23mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.56m-1mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 170mm-9mm |
| 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 | 1,550kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh | 54kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi | 248 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 (better) | £36,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) (better) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles | 207 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 115 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Abarth 600e
Turismo
DS 3 E-Tense
Pallas
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | DS 3 E-TensePallas |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DS 3 E-Tense worth the extra £3,000 over the Abarth 600e?
The DS 3 E-Tense costs £3,000 more than the Abarth 600e. For that premium it adds 41 miles more WLTP range. The Abarth 600e is not just cheaper - it also offers 61 kW more power and a 2.8s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Abarth 600e comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the DS 3 E-Tense?
The Abarth 600e is £3,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Abarth 600e comes out roughly £2,920 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 E-Tense like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 207 miles for the DS 3 E-Tense - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The DS 3 E-Tense goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops. 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 E-Tense?
The two are within 23 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 598 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 E-Tense.
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