At a glance
Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.
| Specification | DSR/X | Experia |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 290 km | 420 km |
| Battery | 17.3 kWh | 22.5 kWh |
| Efficiency | 6 kWh/100km | 5.4 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 0 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~60 min | ~40 min |
| Seats | 1 | 1 |
| Price | $24,500 | $25,880 |
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Estimated running cost / year | $135 | $122 |
The Experia wins 4 of 8 categories, making it our pick in this head-to-head.
Range & efficiency
The DSR/X is rated for 290 km of range versus 420 km for the Experia. That is a difference of about 130 km, which matters most if you do regular long trips.
The DSR/X consumes about 6 kWh per 100 km versus 5.4 kWh for the Experia - so the Experia is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.
Performance
Acceleration figures vary by trim; check the full spec sheet below for the exact variant tested.
Charging
Fast charging from 10-80% takes about 60 minutes in the DSR/X and 40 minutes in the Experia. Experia spends less time at the plug on road trips.
Space & comfort
The DSR/X seats 1 and the Experia seats 1. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.
Price & running costs
The DSR/X lists at $24,500 and the Experia at $25,880. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $135/yr versus $122/yr.
Verdict
The Experia is our pick, taking 4 of 8 categories in this head-to-head. It leads on the longer range (290 km vs 420 km), the larger battery (17.3 kWh vs 22.5 kWh) and the lower consumption (6 kWh/100km vs 5.4 kWh/100km). That said, the DSR/X is still the better buy if you are on a tighter budget (it is $1,380 cheaper).