Citroen DS3 DS 3 (Phase I) Cabrio

Citroen - DS 3 (Phase I) Cabrio

Details-
BrandCitroen
ModelDS3
GenerationDS 3 (Phase I) Cabrio
Modification1.6 e-HDi Airdream (90 Hp) ETG
Start Of Production2012
End Of Production2014

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh11.8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph11.8 sec
Max Speed180 km/h 111.85 mph

Body & Dimensions

The DS3 Cabriolet is a compact 4-seater car with a length of 3948 mm (155.43 in.) and width of 1715 mm (67.52 in.). It has a height ranging from 1458-1483 mm (57.4 - 58.39 in.) and a wheelbase of 2452 mm (96.54 in.). The front and rear tracks are 1465-1468 mm (57.68 - 57.8 in.) and 1467-1471 mm (57.76 - 57.91 in.) respectively. The minimum turning circle of the car is between 10.2-10.4 m (33.46 - 34.12 ft.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCabriolet
Seats4
Doors3
Length3948 mm 155.43 in.
Width1715 mm 67.52 in.
Height1458-1483 mm 57.4 - 58.39 in.
Wheelbase2452 mm 96.54 in.
Front Track1465-1468 mm 57.68 - 57.8 in.
Rear Track1467-1471 mm 57.76 - 57.91 in.
Min Turning Circle10.2-10.4 m 33.46 - 34.12 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The DS3 is a fuel-efficient diesel car with a Euro 5 emission standard, offering a combined fuel consumption of 3.8 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban4.3 l/100 km 54.7 US mpg 65.69 UK mpg 23.26 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban3.5 l/100 km 67.2 US mpg 80.71 UK mpg 28.57 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined3.8 l/100 km 61.9 US mpg 74.34 UK mpg 26.32 km/l
Co2 Emissions99 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The DS3 is a compact car with a 1.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine, producing 90 HP and 230 Nm of torque. The engine features a turbocharger, intercooler, and common rail fuel injection. It is mounted transversely at the front and drives the front wheels. The car has a 6-speed automatic transmission and independent front suspension. The rear suspension is a simple elastic beam design. The car also has a start-stop system and a particulate filter.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power90 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre57.7 Hp/l
Torque230 Nm @ 1750 rpm. 169.64 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model Code9HP DV6DTED
Engine Displacement1560 cm3 95.2 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke88.3 mm 3.48 in.
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity3.75 l 3.96 US qt | 3.3 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / PSA B71 2290
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear SuspensionElastic beam
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System Particulate filter

Brakes

The DS3 has ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. It is equipped with an ABS assisting system and has a rack and pinion steering type with electric power steering. The tires size is 195/55 R16 or 205/45 R17 and the wheel rims size is 16 or 17.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDrum
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size195/55 R16; 205/45 R17
Wheel Rims Size16; 17

Weight & Capacity

The DS3 is a compact car with a kerb weight of 1155 kg and a max weight of 1639 kg. It has a weight-to-power ratio of 12.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5 kg/Nm. The car has a trunk boot space of 245 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 45 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12.8 kg/Hp, 77.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5 kg/Nm, 199.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1155 kg 2546.34 lbs.
Max Weight1639 kg 3613.38 lbs.
Max Load484 kg 1067.04 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum245 l 8.65 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent900 kg 1984.16 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes570 kg 1256.63 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download46 kg 101.41 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Citroen - DS 3 (Phase I) Cabrio

The DS3 Cabriolet has 3 doors.

The wheelbase of the DS3 Cabriolet is 2452 mm (96.54 in.).

The minimum turning circle of the DS3 Cabriolet is between 10.2-10.4 m (33.46 - 34.12 ft.).

11.8 seconds

180 km/h (111.85 mph)

The DS3 has a decent acceleration, but it's not particularly impressive.

The fuel type of the DS3 is Diesel.

The combined fuel consumption of the DS3 is 3.8 l/100 km.

The CO2 emission standard of the DS3 is Euro 5.

The engine displacement is 1.5 liters or 1560 cm3.

It has a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The engine produces 90 horsepower.

The DS3 has ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.

The DS3 has a rack and pinion steering type with electric power steering.

The DS3 has tire sizes of 195/55 R16 or 205/45 R17 and wheel rim sizes of 16 or 17.

The fuel efficiency of the DS3 varies by engine, but it can achieve up to 47 mpg on the combined cycle.

Yes, the DS3 is available with an automatic transmission option.

The boot space of the DS3 is 285 liters, which is relatively spacious for a car of its size.

The kerb weight of the DS3 is 1155 kg or 2546.34 lbs.

The maximum trailer load with brakes is 900 kg or 1984.16 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the DS3 is 45 liters or 11.89 US gal or 9.9 UK gal.