Citroen DS DS III

Citroen - DS III

Details-
BrandCitroen
ModelDS
GenerationDS III
Modification23 (115 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production1972
End Of Production1975

Performance

The car specs indicate a high-performance vehicle with a maximum speed of 173 km/h (107.5 mph).

Specs-
Max Speed173 km/h 107.5 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car specs describe a sedan with a length of 4874 mm, width of 1803 mm, and height of 1470 mm. It has a wheelbase of 3125 mm and a spacious interior with seating for 5. The car offers a comfortable ride with a well-balanced suspension system.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4874 mm 191.89 in.
Width1803 mm 70.98 in.
Height1470 mm 57.87 in.
Wheelbase3125 mm 123.03 in.
Front Track1516 mm 59.69 in.
Rear Track1316 mm 51.81 in.
Front Overhang1016 mm 40 in.
Rear Overhang733 mm 28.86 in.
Min Turning Circle11 m 36.09 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car is a DS model that runs on petrol (gasoline).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The DS car model is powered by a 2.3L, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine that produces 115 Hp and 183 Nm of torque. It has a front-wheel drive layout and a 3-speed automatic transmission. The car features hydro-pneumatic suspension on both the front and rear axles.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power115 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre49 Hp/l
Torque183 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 134.97 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM23-623
Engine Displacement2347 cm3 143.22 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore93.5 mm 3.68 in.
Piston Stroke85.5 mm 3.37 in.
Compression Ratio8.75
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification20W-50
Coolant13 l 13.74 US qt | 11.44 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionHydro-pneumatic element
Rear SuspensionHydro-pneumatic element

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional features. It features disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear, a steering rack and pinion steering system, and hydraulic power steering for ease of maneuvering.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering

Weight & Capacity

The DS model is a compact car with a weight-to-power ratio of 11.7 kg/Hp and 85.8 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1340 kg and a maximum weight of 1800 kg. The trunk boot space is 500 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 65 liters. The car has a maximum roof load of 80 kg and a permitted towbar download of 30 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio11.7 kg/Hp, 85.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.3 kg/Nm, 136.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1340 kg 2954.19 lbs.
Max Weight1800 kg 3968.32 lbs.
Max Load460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum500 l 17.66 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Max Roof Load80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download30 kg 66.14 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Citroen - DS III

The minimum turning circle is 11 meters.

The car has 4 doors.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine specifications.

The spec sheet does not include engine specifications.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding safety features.

The spec sheet does not include fuel consumption information.

This car uses petrol (gasoline).

The car model is DS.

No, this car does not have a diesel option. It only has a petrol (gasoline) option.

The engine displacement is 2347 cm3 or 143.22 cu. in.

The DS car model has a 3-speed automatic transmission.

The DS car model has hydro-pneumatic suspension on both the front and rear axles.

The car has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.

It features a steering rack and pinion steering system for precise handling.

Yes, the car has hydraulic power steering for effortless maneuvering.

DS is a French luxury vehicle brand that stands for Different Spirit or Divine Spirit.

Yes, DS is a separate luxury vehicle brand from Citroen, although it was originally a sub-brand of Citroen.

DS offers a range of cars, including hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs, such as the DS 3, DS 4, and DS 7 Crossback.

The weight-to-power ratio is 11.7 kg/Hp and 85.8 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight.

The kerb weight of the DS model is 1340 kg or 2954.19 lbs.

The maximum roof load of the DS model is 80 kg or 176.37 lbs.