DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance (1st generation)
The rally-inspired hot hatch that launched DS as a standalone brand.
- Power
- 208 bhp
- Top speed
- 143 mph
About the DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance
Introduced in 2016 to coincide with the brand's separation from Citroën, the DS 3 Performance served as the flagship hot hatch of the refreshed range. It inherited the potent 1.6-litre THP engine and Torsen limited-slip differential from the Peugeot 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport, offering a more focused driving experience than the standard DS 3. The chassis was significantly reworked with a 15mm lower ride height, wider tracks, and uprated Brembo brakes. While it lacked the carbon fibre flourishes of its predecessor, the DS 3 Racing, it offered similar performance at a more accessible price point, blending French style with genuine B-road agility.
DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance specs
The DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance produces 208 bhp (155 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).
| Make | DS Automobiles |
|---|---|
| Model | DS 3 Performance |
| Generation | First Generation (1st generation) |
| Trim | 1.6 THP Performance |
| Years | 2016–2019 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.6-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,598 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 208 bhp (155 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Top speed | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,175 kg (2,590 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 177 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance rarity in CarSpot
The DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 1 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 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.
DS Automobiles DS 3 Performance fun facts
- The DS 3 Performance features a Torsen limited-slip differential as standard, a rarity in the supermini class at the time.
- The 400,000th DS 3 ever produced was a Performance Black edition, finished in matte black with a gold roof.
- Unlike the standard DS 3, the Performance model features bespoke wide wheel arch extensions to accommodate its increased track width.