DS 3 E-Tense Pallas vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 7.9 s Runner-up: 8.7 s
Range winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 403 km Runner-up: 402 km
Power winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 218 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance 468 L Runner-up: 343 L
Price winner Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance $39,590 Runner-up: $39,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas against the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.9 seconds, compared with 8.7 seconds for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the higher listed output at 218 hp; 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 62 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance at 300 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

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance carries the longer listed range at 403 km, against 402 km for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas. 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas has the lower recorded consumption at 13.4 kWh/100km; 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is listed at 15.6 kWh/100km. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 130 kW, compared with 100 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 468 litres versus 343 litres, a difference of 125 litres. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is 477 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

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the lower listed starting price at $39,590, compared with $39,900 for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas. 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification DS 3 E-Tense Pallas2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.7 s7.9 s
Top Speed150 km/h160 km/h
Power156 hp218 hp
Torque260 Nm300 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range402 km403 km
Battery54 kWh63 kWh
Efficiency13.4 kWh/100km15.6 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging100 kW130 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,118 mm4,595 mm
Ground Clearance150 mm185 mm
Cargo343 L468 L
Curb Weight1,560 kg1,870 kg
Towing—750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.4 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$39,900$39,590

DS 3 E-Tense Pallas vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.9 seconds, versus 8.7 seconds for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the higher listed top speed at 160 km/h (99 mph), compared with 150 km/h (93 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has more power at 218 hp, a 62 hp advantage over 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas.

Which has more range, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the longer listed range at 403 km (250 miles), versus 402 km (250 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the larger listed battery at 63.0 kWh, compared with 54.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has more listed cargo space at 468 litres (16.5 cu ft), versus 343 litres (12.1 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance is heavier at 1,870 kg (4,123 lb), while 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas is listed at 1,560 kg (3,439 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,590 USD, compared with $39,900 USD for 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 DS 3 E-Tense Pallas or the 2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance?

2025 Nissan Ariya 63 kWh Advance leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.