The DS3 is a compact hatchback car with a length of 3948 mm, width of 1715 mm, and height of 1458-1483 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2464 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.2 meters. It is a 3-door car with 5 seats.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3948 mm 155.43 in.
Width
1715 mm 67.52 in.
Height
1458-1483 mm 57.4 - 58.39 in.
Wheelbase
2464 mm 97.01 in.
Front Track
1465-1468 mm 57.68 - 57.8 in.
Rear Track
1467-1471 mm 57.76 - 57.91 in.
Front Overhang
824 mm 32.44 in.
Rear Overhang
660 mm 25.98 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.2 m 33.46 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The DS3 is a Diesel car that meets Euro 5 emission standards, with a fuel consumption of 4.3 l/100 km in the city, 3.5 l/100 km on the highway, and 3.8 l/100 km combined, resulting in CO2 emissions of 99 g/km. This equates to a fuel efficiency of 54.7 US mpg, 65.69 UK mpg, 23.26 km/l in the city, 67.2 US mpg, 80.71 UK mpg, 28.57 km/l on the highway, and 61.9 US mpg, 74.34 UK mpg, 26.32 km/l combined.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban
4.3 l/100 km 54.7 US mpg 65.69 UK mpg 23.26 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
3.5 l/100 km 67.2 US mpg 80.71 UK mpg 28.57 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
3.8 l/100 km 61.9 US mpg 74.34 UK mpg 26.32 km/l
Co2 Emissions
99 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The DS3 is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 90 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. It features a 6-speed automatic transmission and has a fuel-efficient start-stop system. The car has a McPherson suspension system with coil springs and anti-roll bars, and an elastic beam suspension at the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
90 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
57.7 Hp/l
Torque
230 Nm @ 1750 rpm. 169.64 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
9HP DV6DTED
Engine Displacement
1560 cm3 95.2 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke
88.3 mm 3.48 in.
Fuel Injection System
Diesel Commonrail
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity
3.75 l 3.96 US qt | 3.3 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-30 / PSA B71 2290
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
6 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Independent coil spring, Elastic beam
Engine Systems
Start & Stop System Particulate filter
Brakes
The Peugeot DS3 is a compact luxury hatchback with ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features an Anti-lock braking system and electric power steering. The car runs on 16-inch wheels with 195/55 R16 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
195/55 R16
Wheel Rims Size
16
Weight & Capacity
The DS3 is a compact car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. It has a decent boot space and fuel tank capacity, making it a practical choice for daily driving. However, its towing capacity is limited, and the roof load capacity is relatively low.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.1 kg/Hp, 82.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.7 kg/Nm, 211 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1090 kg 2403.04 lbs.
Max Weight
1609 kg 3547.24 lbs.
Max Load
519 kg 1144.2 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
285 l 10.06 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
980 l 34.61 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 l 12.15 US gal | 10.12 UK gal
Max Roof Load
70 kg 154.32 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1150 kg 2535.32 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
570 kg 1256.63 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download
46 kg 101.41 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Citroen - DS 3 (Phase II, 2014)
Hatchback
3
10.2 meters
11.3 seconds
179 km/h (111.23 mph)
The DS3 has a decent acceleration, but it's not the fastest car on the market.
The DS3 uses Diesel.
The CO2 emissions for the DS3 are 99 g/km.
The fuel efficiency of the DS3 is 54.7 US mpg, 65.69 UK mpg, 23.26 km/l in the city, 67.2 US mpg, 80.71 UK mpg, 28.57 km/l on the highway, and 61.9 US mpg, 74.34 UK mpg, 26.32 km/l combined.
The engine displacement of the DS3 is 1560 cm3 or 95.2 cu. in.
The DS3 uses a Diesel Commonrail fuel injection system.
The engine oil capacity of the DS3 is 3.75 l or 3.96 US qt or 3.3 UK qt.
The Peugeot DS3 has ventilated discs in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Peugeot DS3 has electric power steering.
The Peugeot DS3 has 195/55 R16 tires.
The Peugeot 208 has a fuel efficiency of up to 65.7 mpg on the combined cycle.
The Peugeot 208 has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the Peugeot 208 is well-suited for city driving due to its compact size, agile handling, and easy parking.
The power-to-weight ratio of the DS3 is 12.1 kg/Hp or 82.6 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity of the DS3 is 519 kg or 1144.2 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the DS3 is 46 l or 12.15 US gal or 10.12 UK gal.
