DS 3 Crossback e-Tense 50 kWh (136 Hp)
DS 3:
The DS 3 is a luxury supermini initially produced by the French automobile manufacturer Citroën and officially launched in January 2010. Positioned below the DS 4, this was the first and entry-level model from the DS premium sub-brand , which was spun-off in 2016 into DS Automobiles.
Originally manufactured as a three-door supermini hatchback with a convertible variation from 2009 to 2019, the second generation became a five-door Crossover SUV, named as DS 3 Crossback from 2018 to 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Crossback Overview:
DS 3 (Crossback). With a weight of 1525 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A vehicle that combines characteristics of SUVs and hatchbacks for versatility. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.7 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (350 L) suitable for daily needs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Crossback: 2018 - 2022).
| General: |
| Brand: | DS |
| Model: | 3 |
| Generation: | Crossback |
| Modification (Engine): | e-Tense 50 kWh (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Crossover |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1525 |
| Max. weight: | 1975 |
| Max. roof load: | 70 kg |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1050 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 350 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4118 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1791 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1534 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2558 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1802 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1988 mm |
| Front track: | 1542-1548 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1551-1557 mm |
| Front overhang: | 860 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 700 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 1 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 302x26 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 249x10 mm [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 215/60 R17; 215/55 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17; 7J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
| Electric: |
| Net (usable) battery capacity: | 47.5 kWh |
| Gross battery capacity: | 50 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Below the floor, under the front seats |
| System power: | 136 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| System torque: | 260 Nm @ 300-3670 rpm. |
| All-electric range: | 320 km |
| Electric motor power: | 136 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Electric motor Torque: | 260 Nm @ 300-3670 rpm. |
| Average Energy consumption: | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 17.7 kWh/100 km |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 320 km |
| Battery weight: | 350 kg |
| Electric motor model/code: | ZK01 |
| All-electric range (NEDC): | 430 km |
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