Especificaciones y análisis del DS 3
Power
92HP
Torque
230Nm
Consumption
3.6l/100
Emissions
95g/km
0-100 km/h
11.3s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1185kg
Price
22,825€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 2 doors
245 L
46 L
68 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the DS 3 Cabrio e-HDi 90 Style · 92 CV (2014-2015)
General description
The 2014 DS 3 Cabrio is the embodiment of Parisian chic on wheels. It's not a conventional convertible, but a bold proposal that combines the exclusivity and design of the emerging DS brand with the practicality of a fixed structure and a retractable canvas roof. It's a car that invites you to enjoy the sky and the road with surprising efficiency, a whim with a diesel heart that seeks to conquer through emotion and style.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the DS 3 Cabrio offers a relaxed and pleasant driving experience. Its 92 diesel horsepower, supported by generous torque from low revs, moves the car with admirable ease, without sporty pretensions but with an always willing response. The feeling of freedom when opening its large canvas roof is immediate, filling the cabin with light and ambient sound. It's a car to savor every kilometer, feeling the breeze and enjoying ridiculously low consumption that makes you smile at every gas station.
Design and aesthetics
The design is, without a doubt, its most powerful calling card. The DS 3 Cabrio is a rolling sculpture, an object of desire that moves away from the conventional. Its compact silhouette is enhanced by unique details like the 'shark fin' on the central pillar and the endless customization possibilities. The canvas roof solution, which slides back while keeping the side arches, preserves rigidity and an unmistakable aesthetic, creating a piece of automotive haute couture that leaves no one indifferent.
Technology and features
Technologically, the DS 3 focused on efficiency and comfort. The e-HDi system with Stop & Start was advanced for its time, allowing for smooth stops and starts that contributed to its exceptional fuel economy in the city. The electric power steering with progressive stiffening provided comfort in maneuvers and safety at high speed. Although its multimedia system cannot compete with current screens, it offered what was necessary to enjoy music and basic connectivity on your open-air journeys.
Competition
In the exclusive club of chic and convertible city cars, the DS 3 Cabrio faced icons like the MINI Cabrio and the Fiat 500C. While the MINI offered a sportier and more direct driving feel, and the 500C played the card of retro Italian charm, the DS 3 opted for a balance between comfort, avant-garde design, and almost unbeatable diesel efficiency. Its sophisticated and different French personality was its great argument to stand out in a segment driven by the heart.
Conclusion
The DS 3 Cabrio e-HDi 90 is much more than a car; it's a statement of intent. It is the perfect choice for those looking for a vehicle with an overwhelming personality, offering the joy of open-air driving without sacrificing minimal consumption. It is not the fastest or the most spacious, but its charm, unique design, and pleasant driving make it an ideal companion to escape the routine and enjoy the journey with style and distinction.