Comparison - DS 3 Crossback E-Tense LA PREMIÈRE 2020 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLC-class plug-in hybrid 2023

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Average Price: 
£
39,435
Updated: 
12 Feb 2020
$
49,100
Updated: 
12 Jun 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2023
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
1-speed Direct Drive
9-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Millennium Blue
#3194AC
Perla Nera Black
#111312
Polar White
#C7CBCA
Pearlescent White
#BAC0C0
Platinum Grey
#5E5C5D
Artense Grey
#969BA1
Imperial Gold
#CE9500
Ruby Red
#8C0122
Color: 
Black
#2B2D31
#EFEEF1
#5C5C5E
#909090
#24426A
#ADB0B7
#4A88C0
#454B4F
#952D2E

Electric

Battery: 
50 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery
Full Charge Range: 
206mi
Full Charge Time: 
7 hours 30 minutes and 0 to 80% charge in 30 minutes by 100kW RAPID charging
Top Speed: 
93mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
6.60s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is a seriously stylish electric car with comfy suspension and a stunning interior but it’s let down by cramped back seats and limited electric range.

Pros
Fabulous interior
Very comfortable to drive
Plenty of personalisation options

Cons
Cramped back seats
Alternatives are cheaper…
… and have greater ranges

By: 
carwow.co.uk

Not the EV we’d recommend, but if you like the way it looks and battery-power suits your lifestyle then by all means.

Pros
Bit different to look at and sit in,
as practical as ICE car

Cons
Ride comfort,
inconsistent brake pedal,
awkward infotainment

By: 
topgear.com

The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense offers enough range for most people, but it's far from the best electric car on sale.

Pros
Choice of trim levels
Characterful design
Fast-charging capability

Cons
Shorter range than rivals
Not a huge boot
Feels heavy

By: 
carbuyer.co.uk

Pros
Smooth-running powertrain,
deluxe interior,
expensive looks match its starting price.

Cons
Not as athletic as its rivals,
steering could be more tactile,
infotainment interface isn't as intuitive as we'd like.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Connected steering with just the right amount of weight
Quiet and comfortable with excellent ride quality
Mild hybrid system improves responsiveness and efficiency
Interior build quality and materials are exceptional

Cons
Wireless charging pad is hard to reach
Where are the ventilated seats?
Plug-in model not available yet
Multimedia system can be complicated to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Electric
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Electric
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
191ft-lbs
295ft-lbs
at 2 000rpm
Horsepower: 
136hp
255hp
at 5 800rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
35.10Feet
38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
no
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
no
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
12V socket
Remote control central locking with deadlocks
Sunvisors with LED courtesy mirror
Power assisted steering
Speed limit recognition and speed warning
Voice recognition
Leather steering wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Turn signal in mirrors
Keyless ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
162.10in
185.70in
Width: 
78.20in
81.70in
Height: 
60.30in
64.60in
Ground Clearance: 
6.60in
Front Track: 
60.90in
Rear Track: 
61.20in
Wheel Base: 
100.70in
113.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.30
Rear Head Room: 
39.70
Front Leg Room: 
40.70in
Rear leg room: 
37.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
37.00cu.ft
59.30cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
12.30cu.ft
21.90cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3357.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
no
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
no
More Instruments: 
Multi-function on-board trip computer

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Electrically adjustable exterior door mirrors
Electrically folding door mirrors with LED spotlight
Front and rear electric windows
4 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Height adjustable front and rear headrests
Height adjustable front seats
Premium seat with comfort foam and pads & map pocket
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver seat thigh extension
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat thigh extension
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
40/60 backrest split on rear seats
Two rear ISOFIX mounting points
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
MacPherson type front suspension
Rear Suspension: 
Multi-arm rear suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Heated exterior door mirrors
Automatic air conditioning
Odour filter
Programmable heater with temperature regulator
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Dual zone front climate control
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Rear ventilation ducts

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
7 inch Digital Instrument Cluster
10 inch HD touchscreen
DS Connect Nav – Connected 3D navigation
Mirror Screen – with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto
8 speakers
Bluetooth® handsfree and media streaming with USB socket
Wireless charging for Smartphone
11.9" infotainment display size
Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 in
18 x 8.0
Wheels more: 
Tyre repair kit
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
ventilated discs
Ventilated front disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear disc brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Lane Keeping Assist
Blind Spot Detection
Pedestrian and cyclist recognition ** Road edge recognition
DS Connect Box – emergency & assistance system
Unfastened seatbelt warning
Perimetric and volumetric anti theft alarm
Locking wheel nuts
Hill assist control
Warning triangle on boot lid
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Pre-collision safety system
Blind spot warning accident avoidance system