DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense vs Toyota bZ4X

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Toyota bZ4X has the higher published DC fast-charging figure at 150 kW, which is roughly 50% 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 10-80% charge (the most common DC fast charging scenario), the Toyota bZ4X finishes in about 29 minutes, which is 1 minutes quicker than the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense at 30 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Toyota bZ4X has a WLTP rated range of approximately 528 km, which is roughly 134 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 DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense consumes 169 Wh/km, compared to 184 Wh/km for the Toyota bZ4X. That means the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense 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 Toyota bZ4X has approximately 71 kWh of useable battery , while the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense has approximately 51 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Toyota bZ4X has the higher published DC figure (up to 150 kW) while matching the quickest published 10-80% time at approximately 29 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Toyota bZ4X supports up to 22 kW, compared to 11 kW for the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can mean charging roughly twice as fast at those locations.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the DS Automobiles 3 E-Tense is the more efficient choice at 169 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Toyota bZ4X has a WLTP rated range of approximately 528 km, which is roughly 134 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.