DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense vs Hyundai Kona Electric

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the higher published DC charging figure at 105 kW, which is roughly 5% higher than the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense at 100 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense is listed at about 30 minutes, which is 7 minutes quicker than the Hyundai Kona Electric at 37 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Hyundai Kona Electric has a WLTP rated range of approximately 514 km, which is roughly 120 km more than the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense at approximately 394 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Hyundai Kona Electric consumes 168 Wh/km, compared to 169 Wh/km for the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense. That means the Hyundai Kona Electric uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Hyundai Kona Electric has approximately 65.4 kWh of useable battery , while the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense has approximately 51 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The Hyundai Kona Electric has the higher published DC figure at up to 105 kW, but the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense has the shorter published charge time at approximately 30 minutes versus approximately 37 minutes. On road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

Both cars support 11 kW AC charging, so home and workplace charging speeds will be similar.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Hyundai Kona Electric is the more efficient choice at 168 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Hyundai Kona Electric has a WLTP rated range of approximately 514 km, which is roughly 120 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.