DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Charging cable
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is single-phase 7.4kW as standard. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, you need the 22kW cable to use it.
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your DS 3 Crossback E-Tense+−
The DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Opera
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Louvre
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Rivoli
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Bastille
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Elegance
- DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense Prestige
Whichever DS 3 Crossback E-Tense trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: 7.4kW 1-phase std; 11kW option. 50kWh.
How long does it take?
Charging
the DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense.
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is a first-generation compact electric SUV sold by DS from 2019 to around 2022, when it was updated and renamed the DS 3 E-Tense. Built on a 50kWh battery with a single-speed electric motor, it was DS's first battery-electric model in the UK and offered a WLTP range in the region of 200 miles. It uses a Type 2 inlet for AC charging and a CCS port for rapid DC charging.
For wallboxes and public AC points, the cable you supply is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead. The standard onboard AC charger is rated at 7.4kW on a single phase. Some earlier trim levels could be specified with an optional 11kW three-phase charger. On DC the car can accept up to 100kW from a rapid charger, using the charger's own tethered cable.
Estimates based on battery size and charge power. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense need?
The DS 3 Crossback E-Tense's standard 7.4kW onboard charger is single-phase, so a 7.4kW Type 2 cable is the right match for most owners. It delivers the car's full AC charging rate on any single-phase home wallbox, which is the vast majority of UK domestic installations. If your car has the optional 11kW three-phase charger, a 22kW cable would be needed to reach that rate at a three-phase AC point.
For the overwhelming majority of DS 3 Crossback owners with a standard 7.4kW setup, a 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable of 5m is the practical, cost-effective choice. It fills the 50kWh battery in roughly 7 hours, comfortably overnight. A 22kW-rated cable only adds value if you have a three-phase supply or use 22kW public AC points regularly, as it will not charge any faster at home on a single-phase supply.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 50kWh battery from empty costs roughly £3.75 on an off-peak EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, and around £13.50 at a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. Overnight charging on a dedicated EV tariff keeps the cost low and suits the DS 3 Crossback's typical daily commute use. Public rapid charging is more expensive, often 45p to 80p per kWh, so it is best reserved for longer journeys. Always check current tariff rates.
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DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense FAQs
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Contact usWhat charging cable does the DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense need?+−
The DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on up to three-phase AC at up to 11kW.
Can the DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense charge at 22kW?+−
Only with the optional three-phase onboard charger. The DS DS 3 Crossback E-Tense is single-phase 7.4kW as standard, so a 7.4kW cable delivers its full AC speed. If you specified the optional 11kW three-phase charger, choose the 22kW three-phase cable to use it.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
What charging cable does the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable. The standard car has a 7.4kW single-phase AC charger, so a 7.4kW cable delivers the full home-charging rate. Some early variants were offered with an optional 11kW charger; owners of those should consider a 22kW cable if they use three-phase public AC points.
Can the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense charge at 22kW?+−
Only if your car has the optional 11kW three-phase onboard charger and you are connected to a three-phase AC supply. Standard cars are limited to 7.4kW. Even with the optional charger, the car draws 11kW, not 22kW. A 22kW cable rating just means the cable can handle that load safely.
How long does the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW wallbox, the 50kWh battery takes around 7 hours from empty, making overnight charging straightforward. On a standard 3-pin socket at roughly 2.3kW, expect around 22 to 24 hours from empty, which is impractical as a regular method but adequate as a backup for a small top-up.
Does the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense support rapid DC charging?+−
Yes, up to 100kW on a CCS rapid charger. Rapid chargers have their own tethered cable, so you do not need to buy one. For home and public AC charging, you need a Type 2 to Type 2 cable. A 5m cable is a practical length for most driveways and public charge point bays.