Especificaciones y análisis del Citroën DS5
Power
200HP
Torque
150Nm
Consumption
4.1l/100
Emissions
107g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
211km/h
Weight
1735kg
Price
43,010€
Technical summary
Híbrido
Automático 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
325 L
60 L
8 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Citroën DS5 Hybrid4 Sport · 200 CV (2012-2013)
General description
The 2012 Citroën DS5 Hybrid4 Sport was not just a car; it was a statement of intent. A bold commitment to differentiation that merged avant-garde design, pioneering hybrid technology, and a premium atmosphere to create a unique and emotional driving experience. It represented the rebirth of Citroën's most innovative spirit.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the sensations are of a fascinating duality. The absolute silence when gliding in electric mode through the city contrasts with the powerful thrust of its two engines on the highway, offering all-wheel drive that provides safety and poise. The suspension is firm, connecting you with the asphalt in a way that prioritizes dynamism over the brand's traditional comfort, while the automated manual gearbox, though effective, sometimes breaks the fluidity with somewhat slow transitions. It's a car that feels solid, heavy, and very well-planted.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the DS5 is a provocative work of art. Its lines, halfway between a sedan, a wagon, and a coupe, break all molds. The chrome 'saber' running from the headlight to the A-pillar is an unforgettable visual signature. But it is inside where the magic explodes: a cockpit inspired by aviation, with a wraparound center console and a glass roof divided into three parts that makes you feel like you're in a jet's cockpit. The quality of the materials and the 'bracelet' leather seats are a delight to the senses.
Technology and features
In its time, it was a technological showcase. It was one of the world's first diesel hybrids, an ingenious solution that sought to combine performance and low consumption. The driving mode selector (Auto, Sport, ZEV, and 4WD) allowed the car's character to be adapted to each situation. Elements like the Head-Up Display, the infotainment system, and the profusion of buttons on the roof console reinforced the feeling of being at the controls of a futuristic craft.
Competition
The DS5 Hybrid4 played in its own league. Due to its premium positioning and price, it faced established German sedans like the Audi A4 or the BMW 3 Series, but it offered a radically different concept, based on style and emotion rather than pure sportiness. It also competed with other hybrids, but brought a level of luxury and power that set it apart from more mainstream proposals.
Conclusion
The Citroën DS5 Hybrid4 is a car bought with the heart. It is an ode to individuality, a vehicle for those who value design and originality above all else. Although its practicality is diminished by a trunk reduced by the batteries and its comfort is not that of a magic carpet, the emotional connection it establishes through its spectacular aesthetics and interior ambiance is something very few cars achieve. A potential collector's item.