DS Automobiles DS 3
French avant-garde design meets compact SUV practicality in a premium package.
- Power
- 130 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.9 s
- Top speed
- 122 mph
About the DS Automobiles DS 3
Introduced in late 2022 as part of a mid-life refresh, the updated DS 3 dropped the 'Crossback' suffix to align with the brand's simplified naming strategy. The Performance Line trim focuses on a sportier aesthetic, replacing exterior chrome with gloss black accents and adding Alcantara-heavy interior finishes. Under the bonnet, the 1.2-litre PureTech three-cylinder engine provides a balance of efficiency and sufficient punch for urban environments, paired exclusively with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It remains a niche, design-led alternative to mainstream premium compact SUVs like the Audi Q2.
DS Automobiles DS 3 specs
The DS Automobiles DS 3 produces 130 bhp (97 kW) and 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.9 seconds and has a top speed of 122 mph (196 km/h).
| Make | DS Automobiles |
|---|---|
| Model | DS 3 |
| Trim | PureTech 130 Performance Line |
| Years | 2022–present |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.2-litre turbocharged inline-3 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,199 cc (1.2 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 130 bhp (97 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,250 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.9 s |
| Top speed | 122 mph (196 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,280 kg (2,822 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 102 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
DS Automobiles DS 3 rarity in CarSpot
The DS Automobiles DS 3 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 12 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 fun facts
- The 2022 facelift introduced the 'DS Wings' vertical LED daytime running lights, a signature design element first seen on the larger DS 4.
- Despite the 'Performance Line' name, this trim is purely an aesthetic package and features no mechanical upgrades to the suspension or engine.
- The flush-fitting door handles, which pop out automatically as the driver approaches, were a segment-first feature carried over from the pre-facelift Crossback.
