DS3 Crossback 2019 - A refreshing small SUV

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  • Опубликовано: 14 июн 2019
  • The DS 3 Crossback is hardly inexpensive but in compensation it's a satisfyingly desirable take on small SUV motoring. The design is individual, the cabin feels special and it's well equipped. Plus the combustion engines are willing and economical - and there's the option of full-electric technology if you want it. This is the car that should really move the DS brand forward.
    Background
    Here's an interesting stat. it won't be long before SUVs account for a quarter of all car sales. And premium brands account for 11% of all worldwide car production but 37% of automotive segment profits. Which explains why the Peugeot/Citroen conglomerate needs the DS brand. And why the DS brand needs this car, the DS 3 Crossback.
    It's taken the DS marque some time to get off the ground. The DS3, DS4 and DS5 hatches the company kicked off with were re-badged Citroens that struggled to justify premium pricing. But we were promised bespoke DS designs that would. The mid-sized seven-seat DS 7 Crossback was the first of these. This smaller DS 3 Crossback is the second.
    Driving Experience
    Under the bonnet, things are fairly familiar - in the case of the combustion engines anyway. DS offers the PSA Group's usual three cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech unit in 100hp manual form (a six-speeder), or with 130 or 155hp mated to EAT8 eight-speed automatic transmission with column-mounted shift paddles. There's also a manual 1.5-litre BlueHDi 100 diesel, which is interesting because diesel power is rapidly becoming a novelty in the SUV 'B' segment. You might buy the diesel for its economy but its pulling power (250Nm) isn't very much different to what you'd get from the PureTech 155 petrol unit. As usual amongst premium models, you get a driving modes system, this one offering 'eco', 'normal' and 'sport' settings.
    The alternative to all these units is the all-electric 'E-Tense' variant you can ask your dealer about. This develops 132bhp and uses a 50kWh battery pack (mounted in an 'H' configuration below the front and rear seats) that allows for a claimed 186-mile WLTP-rated driving range. Torque of 260Nm allows the DS 3 Crossback E-Tense to sprint from rest to 30mph in just 3 seconds and reach 62mph in 8.7s. As is the current trend, there's plenty of semi-autonomous driving technology on offer (most of it optional). The 'DS Drive Assist' package combines 'Active Cruise Control' and 'Lane Keeping Assist' in a form that sees the vehicle managing both steering and speed.
    Design and Build
    Styling's an emotive subject but most will probably agree that this car offers a more interesting take on 'B'-segment supermini-based SUV design. It's 4.17-metres long, 1.79-metres wide and 1.53-metres high, which means that it sits amongst the bigger contenders in this segment - cars like the Honda HR-V and the Audi Q2. The DS 3 Crossback sits on the PSA Group's new CMP platform, the same as that used for new-era versions of the Peugeot 208 and the Vauxhall Corsa.
    Inside, there's an over-riding diamond-shaped theme - the digital instrument pack, the dashboard switches, the air vents and many other interior fitments all bear this shape. Cabin trim is based around your choice of five 'Inspiration' packages - 'MONTMARTRE', 'BASTILLE', 'PERFORMANCE Line', 'RIVOLI' and 'OPERA'. You get a reasonable array of storage compartments including cup holders and a broad, functional sliding armrest. The seats are particularly comfortable thanks to a special bi-density foam the brand has developed. But over-the-shoulder vision is somewhat compromised by the rear 'D'-pillar. In the rear, the window line in the rear is rather high, so if you've got kids, you might want to make sure they're OK with that. And the boot capacity, though reasonable at 350-litres, is a little down (50-litres) on what you'd get in a rival Audi Q2.
    Market and Model
    DS 3 Crossback pricing ranges from around £21,500 to nearly £33,000. There are four standard trim levels - 'Elegance', 'PERFORMANCE Line', 'Prestige' and 'Ultra Prestige' - which feature distinctly styled interior packages (DS calls then 'Inspirations'), most themed and styled around the perceived ambiance of various Parisian districts. Even 'Elegance' variants are well equipped, featuring 17-inch Grey Anthracite diamond-cut alloy wheels, rear parking sensors and a 'Safety Park', which includes an Emergency Braking System, Lane Keeping Assist, Speed recognition and Intelligent Speed Adaptation.
    Other standard features include an alarm system, a space saver spare wheel, air conditioning and a 7 inch touchscreen, with 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring, Bluetooth and a DAB digital radio with eight speakers. Further up the range, there are larger wheels and classy stitched leather interiors.
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Комментарии • 62

  • @laurathomson2280
    @laurathomson2280 3 года назад +15

    This is literally the car I have just collected on Saturday, couldn’t believe when I saw the number plate 😄

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  3 года назад +4

      What a coincidence! 😂 Hope you enjoy your new car, Laura 👍

    • @laurathomson2280
      @laurathomson2280 3 года назад +1

      Loving it so far!

    • @juneh5748
      @juneh5748 10 месяцев назад

      @@laurathomson2280 how's the car? i'm thinking about buying this one

  • @Glajdar
    @Glajdar 4 года назад +3

    This review is among the best from UK. Design is much better than VW, Ford, Peugeot and many others.

  • @littletraveller5428
    @littletraveller5428 4 года назад +5

    I took my wife’s car for first service and saw one of these in the showroom. It is lovely! Inside and outside. Doesn’t look so pleasing in this video but I’m real it is so nice all around and the cockpit feels wicked

  • @jpdurand1
    @jpdurand1 3 года назад +1

    Why have I not found this man sooner. The best car review I have ever experienced.

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  3 года назад +1

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  • @jonw8789
    @jonw8789 4 года назад +5

    Wow that's certainly an in depth and thorough review! Very fair and objective, I do like the car but prefer the looks of the DS7.

  • @Antoineforum
    @Antoineforum 4 года назад +3

    This car is so distinctive 🤩🤩🤩

  • @stephen25uk
    @stephen25uk 4 года назад +5

    Your reviews are more precise and detailed than others. I will definitely take notice of your critique when choosing a new car.

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  4 года назад +1

      Thank you for this Stephen. When you're in the market for a new car, feel free to contact us and our vehicle specialists will be happy to help you secure this 👍: www.osv.ltd.uk/contact-us/

  • @Leispada
    @Leispada 5 лет назад +10

    This review is really, really good. And I've seen a couple!

  • @DadaEffah
    @DadaEffah 3 года назад +4

    Best review. I love it. I will soon go for one.

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching! If you live in the UK, we'd be happy to help you get behind the wheel of one 👍 www.osv.ltd.uk/hello-youtube/

  • @sandracampbell4579
    @sandracampbell4579 5 лет назад +9

    Love it, this car is for someone who likes different me and me 😄If you buy this and spec it your going to keep it for many years, as your choices are going to be a matter of personal taste. So I suspect won't be one for the selling on after three years and would you want to after putting so much into the personal final look. Would say this car is aimed at the 30 and above, who still like a bit of pimp my ride me 😄Love it can't afford it, but if I could I would go all out top end😀

  • @RideOnTime1
    @RideOnTime1 3 года назад +3

    Better reviews than Carwow!! 👍

  • @newsupdate1324
    @newsupdate1324 4 года назад +2

    New generation for big people,i love this car and I will bring my baby home for our wedding soon

  • @blex5579
    @blex5579 5 лет назад +1

    excellent presenter and vid- as to the car, beautiful interiour, as expected from Faurecia, the sharkfin is reason enough for me to pick this one in a darker colour...from germany.

  • @Broadmaynewood
    @Broadmaynewood 3 года назад +1

    Another great review…Thank you ….

  • @ady8097
    @ady8097 3 года назад +1

    Very thorough review.

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  3 года назад

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  • @DonDixit
    @DonDixit 5 лет назад

    Great, repectful review, well summarized at 47,20 ;)

  • @klackon1
    @klackon1 5 лет назад +3

    OSV. I believe I am the first to spot the mistake in this weeks competition (you have shown an image of a Nissan Juke, not a Nissan Qashqai) and claim first prize, which I believe is a 2019 Bentley Continental GT. I would like a red one with grey interior, please.

  • @mubirudenis809
    @mubirudenis809 4 года назад +1

    Nice looking car

  • @rolandtrouillot6019
    @rolandtrouillot6019 5 лет назад +6

    I really love this car and the video too,
    Respect !

  • @ngangamuhia3846
    @ngangamuhia3846 4 года назад +1

    Well done

  • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
    @OsvUkVehicleSupply  5 лет назад +10

    Would you consider a DS3 Crossback?

    • @littletraveller5428
      @littletraveller5428 4 года назад

      My wife’s Peugeot is getting to 2 years old now and I would love it to switch to one of these

    • @ianfree0058
      @ianfree0058 3 года назад

      Just bought one - Ultra Prestige, which I pick up in a couple of days. Thanks for this brilliant review.

  • @Seandunc69
    @Seandunc69 3 года назад +1

    The James Bond style changing reg plates is interesting? 👍😂😂

  • @WesNG
    @WesNG 5 лет назад +1

    _Gallic savoir-faire_ !
    hahahah
    LOVE IT

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 4 года назад +1

    Does bare mentioning even if you don't have the proximity keyless entry package..you still get keyless start as standard anyway...you don't pay extra for that

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 4 года назад +1

    hey there could you help, ive a 1.2 prestige petrol coming on lease when things start moving again so thought it get bits that id need before it comes but nowhere at all can I find out what engine oil this car takes, when I put in the exact model on sites it comes back with nothing like it does not exist

    • @andrewmiddleton5840
      @andrewmiddleton5840 Год назад

      I have the same problem as Halfords doesn't recognise the DS £ Crossback. Your best bet is to ask at your nearest DS
      showroon

  • @flatrockufo
    @flatrockufo 5 лет назад +1

    It need rear air vents on back of the console for rear passengers at this price point. Other than that , not bad👍..very C😎L!

    • @marklola12
      @marklola12 4 года назад

      Well when you can get one for 147 a month on a 24month lease..open the windows haha they are not expensive

  • @dylanpower1438
    @dylanpower1438 5 лет назад +3

    The DS 7 has 5 seats not 7 like he said.

  • @pauldarby8398
    @pauldarby8398 3 года назад +1

    For a second car this ticks a lot of boxes. I can overlook a few faults with the interior, DS really need to do their homework in that department. For me apart from that it works, just needing a car to get me from A to B.

    • @OsvUkVehicleSupply
      @OsvUkVehicleSupply  3 года назад

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  • @elizabethtaylor9321
    @elizabethtaylor9321 5 лет назад +2

    I have a C3 Aircross , but I don’t like this thing to much, if I were looking for an load lugging kid carrying workhorse that gives you a big range to choose from including 4 wheel drive at a very affordable price I would go for the dacia Duster, but only if your not a badge snob.

    • @TurkumCaliskanim
      @TurkumCaliskanim 3 года назад

      The new Dacia Dusters they recently announced look phenomenal to me.

  • @silversteel6312
    @silversteel6312 3 года назад +1

    How tall is the presenter?

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 4 года назад

    It is very odd how the 18" wheels are on the more expensive range or you can pay extra for them BUT they give the worse ride compared too the 17" lol

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 4 года назад +1

    I just ordered mine decided too lease as I wanna change my car more often.. prestige model 24month contract £147 a month...bargain though in this video some of the ultra prestige extras are actually in my normal prestige model

    • @tonyrusike4628
      @tonyrusike4628 4 года назад

      How much was the deposit required?

    • @TurkumCaliskanim
      @TurkumCaliskanim 3 года назад +1

      Mind us giving an update ? How do you like it so far ?

  • @racanudo2
    @racanudo2 5 лет назад +1

    Preço, uhmm!!!!.

  • @kn58
    @kn58 5 лет назад +3

    3 year 60k warranty no thanks. If citroen/DS really want people to buy their cars they need to have a bit more confidence in their own product.

    • @jacqueschevaux7654
      @jacqueschevaux7654 3 года назад

      ca tombe jamais en panne moins que les proprietaires!

  • @tonystone7152
    @tonystone7152 3 года назад

    So a more expensive C3 Aircross then

  • @RachidRachid-uz7ry
    @RachidRachid-uz7ry 5 лет назад +1

    sorry didn't like headlights design

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 4 года назад +1

    interior is foul the dash is horrid

  • @williamfence566
    @williamfence566 5 лет назад +3

    Just an expensive Citroen. No thanks

    • @alexandergrzx300
      @alexandergrzx300 5 лет назад +6

      No its a DS, no a platform citroen you are stupid. Ds is better than Mercedes or Audi for suv prenium. Its the best preniup brand in Europe