Especificaciones y análisis del DS 5
Power
200HP
Torque
150Nm
Consumption
3.9l/100
Emissions
103g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
211km/h
Weight
1735kg
Price
42,180€
Technical summary
Híbrido
Automático 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
325 L
60 L
8 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the DS 5 HYBRID 4x4 Style · 200 CV (2014-2017)
General description
The DS 5 HYBRID 4x4 is not just any car; it is a statement of intent, a rolling work of art that fuses French luxury with innovative diesel hybrid technology. At its launch, it represented the audacity of a brand seeking to redefine the premium concept, offering a driving experience and style that stood out from the sobriety of its competitors.
Driving experience
Driving the DS 5 Hybrid is to immerse yourself in a world of comfort and silence. The hybrid system allows for smooth starts and urban driving in electric mode that isolates you from the world. On the road, the combination of the diesel and electric engine delivers a powerful and confident thrust, thanks to an intelligent all-wheel drive that does not rely on mechanical axles. The comfort-oriented suspension elegantly filters out irregularities. It's a feeling of traveling in a technological capsule, unlike anything else.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is simply spectacular and timeless. On the outside, it is an aerodynamic sculpture with unique details like the chrome 'sabre' that runs from the headlight to the A-pillar. It is not a sedan, nor a station wagon; it is a DS. Inside, the aeronautical inspiration envelops you. The roof console, the 'toggle switch' type buttons, and the 'cockpit' driving position create an atmosphere that makes you feel like a pilot. The quality of the materials elevates the perception of luxury to a very personal and emotional level.
Technology and features
The technological heart is its HYbrid4 system. It combines a diesel engine for the front axle with an electric motor for the rear, achieving 4x4 traction without a physical connection between the axles. This allows you to choose between several driving modes: Auto, Sport, 4WD, and ZEV (zero emissions). On board, the technology felt advanced for its time, with elements like the color Head-Up Display and a touchscreen that centralized infotainment functions.
Competition
Finding a direct rival for the DS 5 Hybrid is a complex task due to its uniqueness. Due to its premium positioning, it faced sedans like the Audi A4 or the BMW 3 Series. However, its body concept and diesel hybrid mechanics placed it in its own niche. Perhaps the Lexus IS 300h could be considered a competitor in the field of hybrid sedans, although with a completely different mechanical and design philosophy.
Conclusion
The DS 5 HYBRID 4x4 is a car for the heart, not just for the mind. It is the choice for those who seek to stand out, for those who value design and craftsmanship above maximum practicality or the purest sporting behavior. It was a brave exercise in style and engineering that today remains an exclusive vehicle full of personality, a modern classic that showed that you could be premium in a different and fascinating way.