Costs & verdict
Everyday costs, plus how reliable and safe it is
As a product of the PSA Group’s ‘premium’ brand, the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense doesn’t come cheap. It’s priced roughly in line with the Kia e-Niro and Hyundai Kona Electric, and is much more expensive than the MG ZS EV. It is substantially cheaper than the Tesla Model 3, though.
Unlike the regular DS 3 Crossback, the E-Tense isn't offered in a basic trim level; the range kicks off with relatively plush Performance Line trim. Alongside the infotainment features we mentioned earlier, Performance Line gives you lashings of faux suede and a perforated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with contrasting stitching, as well as dual-zone climate control. Prestige trim adds more luxury and convenience, but at this point the E-Tense starts getting really rather pricey.