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The DS 3 landed in Argentina in 2011 as a small hatchback that was part of what was then the face line from Citroën and with the name of Citroën DS 3. In 2017, the second generation was launched, with the great news that DS had already become independent of the two-chevron brand and was beginning its own history as a premium brand. Two years later came the second major modification: it abandoned its silhouette hatch to become an SUV and adopted the “surname” Crossback. Last year, the model received a total aesthetic renovation and again changed its name: it is no longer called DS 3 Crossback but New DS 3just like that.
Beyond all these comings and goings, on this path of more than a decade of validity, the DS 3 knew how to establish itself as one of the most attractive five doors on the market, not only for its style but also for always having a variety of mechanics that adapted to the tastes of consumers. here currently It is offered in a single version, PureTech 130 AT Rivoli, which arrives imported from France (how can you tell!) and that we were able to evaluate.
It is clear that in this restyling the intention was that The model will adopt the automaker’s stylistic codes to match the rest of its portfolio.. Therefore, a more expressive front appears, with a new wider front grille highlighted with diamond tips in glossy black; the characteristic DS WINGS are thinner and join the grille with the headlights (with Matrix LED Vision technology); The DRLs have two rows of LEDs arranged vertically; The bumper is more rounded, and the entire front was redesigned to improve aerodynamics (the air intakes also underwent modifications).
Laterally you can see new 17″ wheels (the tires are 215/60), the opening handles that are hidden inside the doors, the pillars also in glossy black and the launched roof that ends in the typical shark fin.
In the linethe lights and the central part of the tailgate are highlighted with a black lacquer trim and the legend “DS Automobiles” appears in stainless steel.
In summary, looks more stripped down and with less ornamentation (in keeping with these times of minimalism), but with the usual personality.
In it inside The new features include the renewed multifunction steering wheel (it has exceptional grip), the touch screen that is now 10.3″ (it is customizable, as is the digital dashboard) and the seats, which are enveloping and upholstered in eco-leather. Afterwards, it is very DS style: there is an abundance of metal, the diamond-shaped design, the physical keys (the glass lifters are around the selector), the very good quality of materials and finishes and the very comfortable driving position (as opposed to with the rear seats, which provide very tight space). A mix between baroque and modern that, personally, I always liked.
It is complete in terms of equipmentan aspect that includes front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, intelligent and automatic high beam management, new multimedia system with mirror screen and compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, GPS, Bluetooth and USB connection, air conditioning automatic, speed limiter and regulator, etc.
The same applies when it comes to safety, an aspect in which it is well above average: comes with 6 airbags, Isofix anchors, brakes with ABS and REF, stability and traction controls, wheel underinflation detector, among others, and adds some driving assistance (ADAS), automatic emergency braking up to 85 km/h, adaptive cruise control, lane change assist, blind spot monitor, Visio Park 2 (parking with 360° vision), sign reading and Active Safety Break (detects vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians, even in low light between 5 and 140 km/h and can stop it automatically).
Regarding the mechanics, With this update there was only one option available in our country: gasoline engine with 3-cylinder in-line turbo, 12 valves and 1.2 L displacement, which delivers 130 HP at 5500 rpm and 230 Nm of torque from 1750, attached to an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddles on the steering wheel and front-wheel drive.
Yes, there was a reduction in both power (dropped from 155 to 130 HP) and torque (from 240 to 230 Nm). As explained when it was presented in 2023, the reasons have to do with the fact that they sought to “optimize consumption” and “reduce emissions.”
How does this influence performance? In that although, on the one hand, it lost a lot of the punch that the model had accustomed us to, on the other it gained in performance and smoothness. In other words, it doesn’t clash, but it’s like you’re left with little pleasure.
Agile and easy to use, in traffic it moves freelywhile on the road it feels poised and well gripped at speed, with direct and progressive steering that transmits a lot of control.
Is outstanding ride comfortwhere it stands out both for its good acoustic insulation and for the excellent adjustment of the suspensions that absorb all the imperfections of the terrain without problems.
As to performance, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds, recovers from 80 to 120 km/h in 6.9 s and reaches a maximum speed of 196 km/h (declared by the manufacturer). The consumption measurements gave really very austere values: in the urban cycle, 7.8 L/100 km; on the highway at a constant 130 km/h, 5.5 L/100 km (with the impeller rotating very relaxed at 2000 rpm).
The suggested public price is $55,610,000.
