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DS 3 E-Tense vs Toyota C-HR+
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- Both start at £35,495.
- The Toyota C-HR+ goes further: about 265 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
- The DS 3 E-Tense charges faster from 10% to 80%: about 28 minutes against 29.
- The Toyota C-HR+ is more efficient (3.7 against 3.6 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Toyota C-HR+ has the bigger boot: 416 litres against 350.
Side by side
| DS 3 E-Tense | Toyota C-HR+ 77 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £35,495 | £35,495 |
| Real-world range | 185 mi | 265 mi |
| Official WLTP range | 251 mi | 378 mi |
| Cold motorway range | 130 mi | 190 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.6 mi/kWh | 3.7 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 50.8 kWh | 72 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 107 kW | up to 150 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 28 min | 29 min |
| AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Boot | 350 L | 416 L |
| Towing (braked) | – | 750 kg |
| Length | 4,118 mm | 4,520 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 9 s | 7.3 s |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
| V2L | No | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 2 | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | Check | 10 years |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: DS DS 3 E-Tense and Toyota C-HR+ 77 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the DS 3 E-Tense or the Toyota C-HR+?
Both start at £35,495.
Which has the longer range, the DS 3 E-Tense or the Toyota C-HR+?
The Toyota C-HR+ goes further: about 265 miles against 185 in typical real-world driving.
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