Especificaciones y análisis del DS 5
Power
200HP
Torque
275Nm
Consumption
6.7l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
8.2s
Top Speed
235km/h
Weight
1580kg
Price
31,230€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
468 L
60 L
147 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the DS 5 THP 200 Style · 200 CV (2014-2015)
General description
The DS 5 is not just a car; it's a rolling statement of intent. Born in 2014 to challenge convention, this French vehicle merges luxury, avant-garde design, and audacity into a silhouette that refuses to be pigeonholed. With its 200-horsepower THP engine, it promises not only to turn heads but also to thrill hearts.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the DS 5 feels alive and energetic. The 200 hp turbo engine pushes decisively from low revs, delivering forceful acceleration that pins you to your seat. The six-speed manual gearbox is a delight for those who enjoy an involved driving experience. Its firm and poised chassis instills confidence in every corner, creating a special connection between the driver, the machine, and the asphalt. It's a driving experience that prioritizes dynamism and emotion.
Design and aesthetics
Design is its soul. On the outside, it's a futuristic sculpture, with that iconic chrome line that starts at the headlights and extends to the front windows—a detail of pure audacity. Its profile, halfway between a sedan and a shooting brake, is unique. But it's when you open the door that the magic happens: the interior envelops you in an airplane cockpit atmosphere, with an imposing center console, overhead switches, and a driving position that makes you feel like the center of the universe. It's a space that excites and isolates you from the outside world.
Technology and features
For its time, the DS 5 was a technological showcase. The Head-Up Display projected key information onto the windshield, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road, while the three-part panoramic roof flooded an already special cabin with light. The instrumentation and layout of the controls, inspired by aeronautics, created a completely immersive user experience unlike anything else on the market.
Competition
The DS 5 played in its own league, challenging premium German sedans not with the same weapons, but with a radically different approach. Instead of the sobriety of an Audi A4 or a BMW 3 Series, it offered a whirlwind of style and originality. It competed with alternatives that also focused on design, like the Volvo V60 or the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, but its concept was so personal that its true rival was indifference—something it never provoked.
Conclusion
The DS 5 THP 200 is a functional work of art, a car for those who value beauty and emotion over pure practicality. It's a passionate choice, a haven of design and character in a sea of uniformity. Driving it is a memorable experience, a reminder that cars can also be a form of expression. It's not perfect, but its soul and bravery make it an unforgettable vehicle.