Citroën DS3 Racing
A rally-inspired, carbon-fibre-clad limited edition that brought Citroën Racing's WRC expertise to the road.
- Power
- 207 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.5 s
- Top speed
- 146 mph
About the Citroën DS3 Racing
Developed by Citroën Racing, the DS3 Racing was a performance flagship designed to celebrate the brand's World Rally Championship dominance. It features a widened track, lowered suspension by 15mm, and stiffer springs and dampers compared to the standard DS3. The exterior is distinguished by genuine carbon-fibre wheel arches, side sills, and a rear diffuser, often finished in a striking Obsidian Black and Sport Orange colour scheme. Inside, the cabin is equipped with figure-hugging Alcantara bucket seats and further carbon-fibre trim, reflecting its motorsport pedigree.
Citroën DS3 Racing specs
The Citroën DS3 Racing produces 207 bhp (154 kW) and 275 Nm (203 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.5 seconds and has a top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h).
| Make | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Model | DS3 Racing |
| Trim | 1.6 THP |
| Years | 2010–2012 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 2,400 built |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 207 bhp (154 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 275 Nm (203 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 s |
| Top speed | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,165 kg (2,568 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 178 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Citroën DS3 Racing rarity in CarSpot
The Citroën DS3 Racing is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Citroën DS3 Racing fun facts
- Citroën originally planned a production run of just 1,000 units, but high demand led to a total of approximately 2,400 being built.
- The car features genuine carbon-fibre components rather than plastic wraps, a rarity for a hatchback in this price segment.
- The 1.6-litre THP engine was modified with a new turbocharger, remapped ECU, and a sports exhaust to increase output from 156hp to 207hp.