Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.7 seconds, compared with 10.4 seconds for 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV. 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas has the higher listed output at 156 hp; 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV is rated at 141 hp, a difference of 15 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV at 265 Nm and 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas at 260 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 451 litres versus 343 litres, a difference of 108 litres. 2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV is 302 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2024 Kia Niro 1.6 HEV has the lower listed starting price at $29,590, compared with $39,900 for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.