Especificaciones y análisis del DS 5
Power
181HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
4.4l/100
Emissions
114g/km
0-100 km/h
9.2s
Top Speed
220km/h
Weight
1615kg
Price
37,130€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
468 L
60 L
133 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the DS 5 BlueHDi 180 S&S EAT6 Performance Line · 181 CV (2016-2017)
General description
The DS 5 is not just a car; it's a statement of intent, a rolling sculpture that embodies the luxury and audacity of French design. Born as the flagship of the newly independent DS brand, this model breaks away from the conventional to offer a unique experience, a sensory journey that appeals directly to the heart of those who seek to stand out.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the DS 5 feels like a refined grand tourer, a natural-born mile-eater. The 181-horsepower, 400 Nm torque BlueHDi engine pushes with smooth and progressive force, perfectly managed by the EAT6 automatic gearbox. It's not a sports car, but a superb travel companion that conveys poise and safety on the highway. Its firm suspension, set on 19-inch wheels, prioritizes stability, offering a direct connection to the asphalt that makes you feel in total control, even if it sacrifices some comfort on uneven surfaces.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the DS 5 becomes a legend. Its aesthetic is avant-garde and timeless, with mesmerizing details like the chrome 'sabre' that runs from the headlight to the A-pillar. Inside, the magic continues with a cockpit inspired by aeronautics. The center console, the three-part roof, and the 'toggle switch' type controls create an airplane cockpit atmosphere that isolates you from the outside world and immerses you in an unparalleled experience of luxury and exclusivity.
Technology and features
For its time, the DS 5 Performance Line offered remarkable technological equipment. The central touchscreen, though not as fast as current ones, integrated essential functions, while the Head-Up Display projected key information without taking your eyes off the road. The real technological luxury lay in the quality of its materials and the engineering of its BlueHDi engine, which achieved a fantastic balance between performance and a consumption of just 4.4 liters, a figure that excites with its efficiency.
Competition
The DS 5 played in its own league. Although by size it could be compared to an Audi A4, a BMW 3 Series, or a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, its concept was radically different. It didn't seek to compete in pure sportiness, but in charisma and originality. Its true rival was monotony, attracting drivers who valued art and design above conventions, and who might also consider characterful alternatives like a Volkswagen Arteon or even a Volvo V60.
Conclusion
Driving a DS 5 is a decision driven by emotion. It's a car for those who appreciate beauty in the details and are not afraid to be different. It represents French haute couture applied to the automobile, offering a sense of exclusivity that its more pragmatic German rivals cannot match. Despite certain compromises in rear habitability or bump comfort, its overwhelming personality and unforgettable design make it a collector's item and a deeply rewarding driving experience.