REVIEW: A new Stellantis motor and battery are added to the DS 3 E-Tense - but does it make the electric hatchback a worthy purchase?
with its premium positioning, tempting customers with a comfy ride, a plush interior and, for now at least, a bit more exclusivity.
It can be charged by a 100kW charger from 10-80% in just 30 minutes or in five-and-a-half hours by an 11kW wallbox.With 197lb ft of torque , the 3 E-Tense has plenty of shove around town, but on the open road it's still lacking oomphA small level of confidence returns if you have the car in its faster-accelerating driving mode, Sport – one of three, along with Normal and range-focused Eco. However, this also brings bitey lower-end torque that keeps you favouring the default mode.
Equally, the car has one of the nicest regenerative-braking systems around, created thanks to DS’s Formula E racing team. It strikes the perfect balance by not being too grabby but still strong enough for you to never need to shy away from single-pedal driving. When you’re spending from £37,200 , this seems an oversight, especially as the cabin is a lovely place to be and feels more premium than the price leads you to believe .
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