Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën DS3
Power
92HP
Torque
230Nm
Consumption
3.7l/100
Emissions
98g/km
0-100 km/h
11.3s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1160kg
Price
18,600€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
285 L
48 L
68 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën DS3 Graphic Art e-HDi 90 Airdream · 92 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The Citroën DS3 burst onto the market as a statement of intent, a breath of fresh, chic air that sought to redefine the concept of the premium small car. With the Graphic Art edition, this vehicle was not just a means of transport, but a true expression of style and personality, marking the rebirth of a bolder, more aspirational Citroën.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 92-horsepower e-HDi engine doesn't aim for speed records, but rather to offer a smooth, pleasant, and extraordinarily economical drive. Its generous torque from low revs makes it agile in the city and capable on the road, inviting you to enjoy the scenery with ridiculously low consumption. It's a car that wins you over with its balance and ease of use, a faithful daily companion that doesn't shy away from a touch of dynamism when asked.
Design and aesthetics
Design is its soul and its greatest argument. Every line of the DS3 screams originality, from its iconic floating roof and the 'shark fin' on the central pillar to its vertical LED daytime running lights. The Graphic Art version elevates this with exclusive decals that turn it into a rolling piece of art. Inside, the feeling of quality and attention to detail envelop you in a sophisticated atmosphere, different from everything else in its segment.
Technology and features
For its time, the DS3 offered technology focused on efficiency and comfort. The e-HDi technology's Stop & Start system was advanced and contributed to its low urban consumption. It featured elements like climate control, a good sound system, and basic connectivity, all integrated into a dashboard that combined functionality with a very careful design. It wasn't a technological pioneer, but it more than met the expectations for a modern car.
Competition
Its nemesis and main source of inspiration was, without a doubt, the MINI. Both fought for the hearts of those looking for a customizable utility car with character. However, the DS3 also faced the Alfa Romeo MiTo, with its Italian charm, and the more sober but impeccable Audi A1. Against them, the Citroën offered an unmistakably French design, greater ride comfort, and a very attractive style-to-price ratio.
Conclusion
The Citroën DS3 Graphic Art e-HDi 90 is the perfect symbiosis of reason and emotion. It's a car that makes you fall in love with its unique aesthetics and convinces you with its extremely low running costs. It represents proof that you don't need a big engine or an exorbitant price to have a special vehicle, full of charisma, that still turns heads today. A smart choice with a heart full of style.