DS3 - Pricey, but posh!

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DS Automobiles have revised their entry level DS 3 to make it even better than when we first drove it a few years back. That has, however, pushed the price up. But, premium doesn't come cheap, and DS want you to see them as being a very premium, French brand. Have they done enough to elevate their standing in the marketplace from posh Citroen to a proper BMW, Mercedes and Audi rival? We revisit their only EV offering to find out.
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0:00 - Introduction
01:46 - Titles
01:54 - Meet the car
04:55 - Styling
09:29 - Practicality
13:45 - Interior
23:39 - Usability
24:49 - Performance & Handling
33:44 - Pricing
35:58 - Competition
37:06 - Pros & Cons
37:43 - Summary
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@Petelmrg Жыл бұрын

I think it's going to be Champagne all round in the backroom every time they shift one at the dealers.

@ohyesitsme Жыл бұрын

A basic Stallantis platform dressed up to look "posh" Even a Dacia Duster has gas struts. It offers nothing different than the other models from this stable other than a crazy price.

@mdavid200ify Жыл бұрын

As hard as you tried, I can see absolutely nothing to get this car onto my shopping list. All the current Stellantis electric offerings are compromised by their multi-fuel platform. Throwing in some extra sound-proofing and jacking up the price in return is not tempting me. A classic "fur coat, no knickers" offering. I did love my old DS3 supermini (the early edition, which was priced to undercut things such as the mini), though it became a money-pit to maintain after the warranty ran out.

@ISuperTed Жыл бұрын

As someone who owns an Elixir Red Peugeot e208 (best colour IMHO) I can’t really see any reason to buy one of these at a £5K premium. however given the massive depreciation expected it might be a good used buy in a couple of years but then again so is the e208 now. Still think anyone who pays £40k for an EV Supermini needs their head examining.

@XENONEZZ2 Жыл бұрын

Very fair and honest review that highlights the only reason really why someone would buy the DS3 is either that person hasn't researched properly what the competition offers or is an avid fan of Citroen's and only a DS3 will do.

@AutoEV Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment.

@itsfahys Жыл бұрын

Id say you could add that to the list for Worst car of the year 2023, thanks as allways though for your indepth reviews.

@sevesellors2831 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your reviews the DS3 in Elixir red looks very nice a bit different. Initially Inthought DS was just a posh expensive Citroen so maybe I should keep an open mind. I do like something different and have always loved the big classic Citroens certainly stands out from the German brands. Second hand or a pre reg this becomes a bargain, don’t forget electric Corsa and 500 are all mid thirties on price.

@atreyuidaho Жыл бұрын

You can change the views in the digital display by clicking the button at the end of the indicator stalk or light stalk!

@e-trippingwithadamgebbett8024 Жыл бұрын

Got the original version. Can"t agree more , its a special little car. Drove 250 miles in a day last week and it was much more comfortable than a Tesla Model 3. Look past it"s shortcomings and you will fall in love for ever.

@richardblakey3345 Жыл бұрын

Similar price range to a Kia Niro EV and is nothing in comparison. Also compare to Volvo EX30. You could have a 420bhp supermini 2.5K less than top of range of DS3

@paulhammond5599 Жыл бұрын

Like the colour, sorry that’s it.

@jameschapman4824 Жыл бұрын

IMHO there is no way this can be called a family car. To many things against it, boot space, rear passengers room etc oh and the price.

@leemartin-hine1598 Жыл бұрын

I sat in one the other day, and you are right, not everyone will like tye interior, including me unfortunately. Looked a bit disjointed for me.

@potter2702 Жыл бұрын

That design kick on the front of the rear doors serves absolutely no purpose, overpriced is an understatement. To get anywhere near 250miles it would have to do 4.6 m/kwh, maybe it's the rear kick that makes this possible.

@edenviews Жыл бұрын

Yes, looks a bit cramped possibly due to ICE architecture. Wait for end of season deals/pre-reg discounts on low mileage cars. WLTP always taken with a pinch of salt. When they get a new model out in a couple of years...great, but affordable, when that is?