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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense vs Fiat Grande Panda
Selected trimStandard · 2019-23199 mi · 50 kWh · £33,490
Selected trimPopChange trim199 mi · 44 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense was replaced by the DS 3 E-Tense in 2023. Compare the DS 3 E-Tense with the Fiat Grande Panda
In this comparison, DS 3 Crossback E-Tense leads on family practicality, while the Fiat Grande Panda leads on charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Fiat Grande Panda if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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 Fiat Grande Panda edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
DS
5.3
Fiat
4.9
Too close to call
Motorway Range
DS
3.7
Fiat
4.1
Too close to call
FamilyDS
DS
4.9
Fiat
2.1
ChargingFiat
DS
1.9
Fiat
3.2
Cost Per MileFiat
DS
4.6
Fiat
7.8
City Driving
DS
7.7
Fiat
8.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,490 | £20,995 (better) |
| Official range | 199 miles | 199 miles |
| Boot space | 350 L | 361 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 27 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec (better) | 11 sec |
Size Comparison
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Fiat Grande Panda
Length
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense4,118mm
Fiat Grande Panda3,990mm-128mm
Width
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,790mm
Fiat Grande Panda1,761mm-29mm
Height
DS 3 Crossback E-Tense1,534mm-45mm
Fiat Grande Panda1,579mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,118 mm | 3,990 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,790 mm | 1,761 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,012 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,534 mm | 1,579 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 610 mm spare | 639 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L | 361 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1050 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base |  Fiat Grande Panda Pop |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.12m | 3.99m-128mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.76m-29mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.01m | Not available |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.58m+45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.55m-9mm |
| Ground Clearance | 175mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L | 361L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1050L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.7m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,523kg | 1,521kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh (better) | 44kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 199 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,490 | £20,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2019–2023 | 2025+ |
* Fiat Grande Panda: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 199 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 166 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 27 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.3 kWh (better) | 44 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.7 sec (better) | 11 sec |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 84 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 125 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Base
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Base
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users64%
Safety Assist56%
Euro NCAP - Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
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| Measure | DS 3 Crossback E-TenseBase | Fiat Grande PandaPop |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense worth the extra £12,495 over the Fiat Grande Panda?
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense costs £12,495 more than the Fiat Grande Panda. For that premium it adds a 2.3s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Fiat Grande Panda comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Fiat Grande Panda?
The Fiat Grande Panda is £12,495 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 Fiat Grande Panda comes out roughly £12,575 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and Fiat Grande Panda like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and 166 miles for the Fiat Grande Panda - 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 DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Fiat Grande Panda?
The two are within 29 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 639 mm of total clearance for the Fiat Grande Panda 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 DS 3 Crossback E-Tense or the Fiat Grande Panda?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and 90% for the Fiat Grande Panda. That gives the Fiat Grande Panda a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Fiat Grande Panda's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .