• A brand new electrified powertrain is now obtainable on DS 3 and DS 4
• Called HYBRID, with a self-charging battery this ensures consolation, versatility and the opportunity of doing greater than 50% of a journey on the town with out exhaust emissions
• HYBRID provides decrease CO₂ emissions and a discount in gas consumption of as much as almost 20% (WLTP homologation) on DS 3 and DS 4 in comparison with the PureTech 130 Automatic engine
• DS 3 HYBRID can be obtainable to order from May and DS 4 HYBRID from early summer time

 

2024 is the 12 months the vitality transition accelerates for DS Automobiles, with the launch of the brand new DS 3 and DS 4 HYBRID fashions. With HYBRID, DS Automobiles prospects can reap the benefits of self-charging hybrid know-how which provides higher consolation, vitality effectivity and decrease operating prices in comparison with a petroleum engine.

This system additionally does away with the necessity for charging as battery administration is totally automated, charging and discharging whereas driving, eradicating the necessity for it to be plugged in.

 

The consolation of seamless know-how

Set off silently utilizing simply electrical vitality, driving with none CO₂ emissions and the petrol engine contributing if extra energy is required: HYBRID combines two completely different energies for outstanding driving consolation and super effectivity.

The choice of driving with solely the electrical motor allows further quiet operation, in addition to unparalleled consolation and a very clean drive. On the highway, the mix of petrol and electrical vitality brings effectivity and suppleness. The electrical motor offers extra torque at low revs and, within the occasion of exhausting acceleration, a rise in energy that enables drivers to take pleasure in extra efficiency with diminished gas consumption.

The HYBRID system is designed to function by itself. The battery prices mechanically whereas driving, because of the petrol engine, with out having to plug in any cables or wait round. Deceleration phases are managed mechanically to get well vitality so the usage of the mechanical braking system can be enormously diminished, leading to a discount in effective particle emissions.

Quiet operation on the town advantages the surroundings and native residents. For pedestrian security, a slight noise (AVAS) is emitted when the automotive passes by at as much as 18mph (30 km/h).

Compared with DS 3 PureTech 130 Automatic, on the WLTP mixed homologation cycle, these advances translate to a achieve of almost 20% in effectivity phrases (1.2 fewer litres of gas wanted to journey 62 miles) and a discount of 27g/km CO₂ (or 19%) to 112g/km CO₂.

For DS 4, the financial savings may be as a lot as 15% in gas consumption over the WLTP mixed homologation cycle (0.9 fewer litres of gas wanted to journey 62 miles), with a 15% saving of CO₂ emissions, that could be a discount of 21g/km to a minimal of 116g/km CO₂.

Fitted beneath the bonnet and within the ground, the HYBRID elements don’t have an effect on the practicality and capability of the boot, that are precisely the identical because the petrol model.

 

Self-charging hybrid for max consolation

The HYBRID choice consists of a 136hp / 230 Nm petrol engine coupled with a brand new six-speed dual-clutch computerized gearbox that includes a 21 kW (28hp) and 55 Nm electrical motor. A 0.9 kWh NMC lithium-ion battery powers the self-charging electrical system.

The petrol engine is a significant evolution of the earlier providing, with particular growth for the HYBRID system. Three-cylinders with 1,199 cc, it develops 136hp, with 230 Nm of torque from 1,750 rpm. This new model works on the Miller cycle, which offers larger thermodynamic effectivity and, due to this fact, a major discount in gas consumption and CO₂ emissions. The engine can be fitted with a brand new timing chain and new variable geometry turbocharger to maximise sustainability and responsiveness at low revs.

The everlasting magnet synchronous electrical motor is built-in into the brand new e-DCS6 six-speed dual-clutch transmission. With 21 kW (28hp) and peak torque of 55 Nm, it will possibly run on electrical energy alone at low speeds and beneath reasonable masses. During deceleration, the electrical motor acts as a generator to get well kinetic vitality and gas the 0.9 kWh battery situated beneath the ground. The system additionally simply offers energy to begin the petrol engine.

The e-DCS6 gearbox contributes to the consolation and effectivity of HYBRID too. Limiting breaks in torque, it provides the sensation of a brilliant clean journey. The electrical motor, inverter and laptop are built-in in it to avoid wasting area and mass.

For DS 3, the zero to 62mph time is 1.2 seconds sooner at 8.4 seconds and the 1000-metre standing begin time is diminished by 1.1 seconds to 29.7 seconds, in contrast with the PureTech 130 Automatic engine.

The efficiency of DS 4 can be improved, in comparison with the PureTech 130 Automatic engine, with a zero to 62mph time of 10.4 seconds (1.2 seconds sooner) and a 1000-metre standing begin coated in 31.7 seconds (-1.3 seconds).

 

Helping drivers to maximise effectivity

Behind the wheel, because the swap from one motor to the opposite is imperceptible, the pace indicator turns blue when driving on electrical energy alone. On the digital instrument show, the vitality move may be proven, together with battery cost degree and its working standing, through an influence meter. The share of distance travelled simply on electrical vitality is proven by the onboard laptop and in addition on the finish of the journey.

 

DS 4 HYBRID can be obtainable in new PALLAS and ÉTOILE specs

DS 4 HYBRID ushers within the new specs supplied by DS Automobiles in 2024. This new vary consists of two trim ranges, PALLAS and ÉTOILE, every of which will get two distinguishing choice packs. The exterior design, similar for each with Gloss Black DS WINGS and exhaust pipes, stands out with particular 19-inch wheels.

PALLAS showcases a Diamond Tungsten Fabric inside with Black DS Canvas, that includes a brand new sew sample, on the seat and backrest. Cabin consolation is assured with acoustic laminated facet home windows on the entrance and the Clean Cabin system with the ‘Air Quality System’, accompanying dual-zone computerized air-con.

Standard know-how consists of Adaptive Cruise Control Stop & Go, Lane Departure Warning and entrance and rear parking sensors with Reversing Camera.

With ÉTOILE, DS 4 HYBRID provides two interiors in Black Alcantara® with new stitching or in Criollo Brown Nappa Leather Watchstrap upholstery with heated seats. Standard gear consists of electrical seats, the DS IRIS SYSTEM infotainment with DS SMART TOUCH and the DS EXTENDED HEAD-UP DISPLAY. For model, consolation and security, DS 4 HYBRID ÉTOILE consists of DS MATRIX LED VISION headlamps, tinted rear home windows with acoustic laminated facet glass, in addition to the Rear Traffic Detection Pack.

Two choice packs can be found: Comfort and Tech for PALLAS and Absolute Comfort and Absolute Tech for ÉTOILE. These packs enable drivers to take pleasure in one of the best of DS Automobiles consolation and know-how, with – for ÉTOILE – DS DRIVE ASSIST 2.0 degree 2 semi-autonomous driving, massaging seats, the FOCAL Electra® sound system and Vision 360.

The DS 3 HYBRID is out there to order from May, whereas the DS 4 HYBRID can be obtainable to order from early summer time. For additional info or to seek out the closest DS retailer go to www.dsautomobiles.co.uk.

 

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About DS AUTOMOBILES

Driven by the spirit of the avant-garde and backed by an distinctive heritage, the DS model, born in 2014, goals to embody the French artwork of journey. Remarkable merchandise, discernible French luxurious savoir-faire, coupled with a set of bespoke providers, DS Automobiles provides a singular expertise earlier than, throughout and after each journey.

Designed for patrons trying to stand out who need to journey the world and luxuriate in each second, DS fashions mix refinement and know-how. With DS 3, DS 4, DS 7 and DS 9, the DS model provides a world vary.

Based on quite a few data since its entry into Formula E in 2015, together with double Teams’ and Drivers’ titles, DS Automobiles is on the forefront of electrification by already promoting every of its fashions with an electrified model. Under the E-TENSE label, DS Automobiles provides 100% electrical powertrains in addition to plug-in hybrids with as much as 360 horsepower and 4-wheel drive. From 2024, each new mannequin launched by DS Automobiles can be 100% electrical.

For its discerning prospects, DS Automobiles has crafted a set of unique providers, known as “ONLY YOU, a wealth of attention.”

With a presence in 41 nations, the DS model has created and is growing an unique distribution community that features 450 DS STORES all through the world.

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