DS 3 has always embodied avant-garde design and was the first DS to feature the highly expressive "DS LED Vision" light signature. Now it also boasts the DS Automobiles front end with "DS Wings" that are sculpted around a vertically-oriented grille that proudly wears the DS emblem. Surrounded in chrome to underscore its elegance, the grille extends towards the LED headlamps and fog lamps via two chromed-finished wings. The new front end perfectly complements the styling of the car, with the double wings making their debut on a DS model. After all, it is entirely natural for the first-ever modern day DS, and a DS brand icon, to lead the way. The DS design team has retained much of the car's original look, including the floating roof, two-tone body/roof colours and the shark fins on the sides, which are so emblematic of the DS 3's personality.
New DS 3 is more unique than ever in terms of personalisation possibilities, including options for the roof, body, rear view mirror housings, dashboard and gear knob. Customers can now choose from 78 body/roof colour combinations and four fabric roofs for the DS 3 Cabrio.
Unrivalled lighting quality with DS LED Vision headlights
As with New DS 4 and New DS 5, the new headlights - that were originally introduced on DS 3 in the summer of 2014 - combine LED technology (three jewel-like modules in each unit) and Xenon technology, with sequential LED indicators and new LED fog lamps.
The combination of LED and Xenon technologies generates a powerful, broad and harmonious light flow for improved visibility and driver comfort at night. It also reduces the energy consumption on the dipped beam setting by 50% (67% with the main beams switched on).
Mirror Screen compatible with iOS and Android
New DS 3 models are equipped with Mirror Screen functionality, comprising Apple CarPlay™ or MirrorLink® (for Android phones), bringing drivers a smarter, safer and more enjoyable way of experiencing all the personalised features of their smartphones.
The New DS 3 driving experience is more high-tech than ever with the new 7-inch colour touchscreen. The latest-generation screen provides simpler access to all of the main vehicle functions (with 20 fewer buttons on the central fascia). It also houses Mirror Screen, a connectivity solution compatible with Apple CarPlay™ and MirrorLink®. Drivers can use Apple CarPlay™ to intuitively make calls, consult maps, listen to music and check their messages, either by using the Siri voice recognition technology or via the touchscreen.
New DS 3 drivers can also extend the motoring experience on their smartphones with "MyDS", a free app informing them of their servicing schedule, fuel economy and parking location. MyDS is available for Android and iOS.
PureTech 110 S&S EAT6 auto: the perfect combination
The latest-generation EAT6 fully automatic gearbox is mated to the PureTech110 S&S three-cylinder petrol engine, which is fitted with a turbo for generous torque at low engine speeds. This ideal gearbox-engine alliance makes for a supple and dynamic drive. Drivers get faster and more seamless gear changes, and enhanced driving pleasure, responsiveness and acceleration. The figures speak for themselves, with combined-cycle fuel consumption of 61.4mpg and CO2 emissions of 105g/km for the hatchback and the Cabrio - not forgetting 205Nm of torque.
PureTech 130 S&S 6-speed manual: verve and vitality
Available for the first time in DS 3 and DS 3 Cabrio, the PureTech 130 S&S delivers generous torque at low engine speeds and maintains it over a broad operating range. The engine gives New DS 3 even more verve and vitality while ensuring the lowest CO2 emissions in its class at just 105g/km, and combined-cycle fuel consumption of 62.8mpg.
With maximum power of 96kW (130hp) at 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 230Nm from 1,750 rpm, the PureTech 130 S&S engine is a perfect match for New DS 3.
New DS 3 Performance: matching performance with refinement
The New DS 3 range will include powerful and dynamic DS 3 Performance versions. These distinctive cars combine trademark DS comfort, refinement and style - with athleticism and excitement.
The pedigree of DS 3 Performance can be neatly summed up in a few key figures: 208hp, 300Nm of torque and CO2 emissions of 125g/km. These qualities are a result of the tremendous work done by the DS Performance team, who chose to equip the cars with a top of the range 1.6 THP S&S engine mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox with shorter gear ratios. The New DS 3 Performance versions also come, as standard, with a Torsen® limited slip differential for outstanding traction, road-holding and handling.
For even more agility, the suspension has been lowered by 15mm and the front and rear tracks have been widened (by 26mm and 14mm respectively). The New DS 3 Performance models are also fitted with larger 323mm brake discs at the front (with special Brembo calipers), and 249mm discs at the rear.
Naturally, style was also high on the list of priorities. Some components were redesigned to showcase and underline the vehicle's dynamic qualities at first glance: a special twin tailpipe, carbon side mouldings, a new sill plate design and Matt Black wheel arch extensions. Not forgetting the vehicle interior, inside there are leather and Alcantara upholstered bucket seats, with special DS Performance embroidery.
Offering a number of personalisation possibilities, customers will be able to choose from four body colours (Polar White, Shark Grey, Perla Nera Black or Sport Red), two roof colours for the hatchback (white or black) and special DS Performance graphics.