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For The Citroen DS3 is teh company's answer to the Mini and Fiat 500, and it gives you a lot of style for your money. The engines are strong, it has a classy cabin and every version comes well equipped.
Against It's nowhere near as sharp as a Mini to drive and rear space isn't great. The badge might also hinder its progress in this image-conscious sector.
What Car? says
There's plenty to like about the Citroen DS3, not least the freedom it gives buyers to personalise their cars. However, its disappointing ride and handling stop it beating the best premium superminis.
What Car? readers say
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There are 13 Citroën DS3 versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The Citroen DS3 has a choice of 11 body colours and four roof shades, but that's just the start of it. An extensive range of graphics for the roof, plus the option of colour-coded alloys and door mirrors give you more exterior choices. Options for the cabin include colour-coded panels, along with various carpet designs.
Even entry-level DSign cars get stability and cruise controls, along with electric front windows. DStyle adds air-conditioning, front LED running lights and tinted rear windows.
DSport cars bring climate control, Bluetooth, 17-inch alloys, a rear spoiler, chrome side rubbing strips and aluminium pedals.
Citroen is also offering a pre-paid servicing package for the DS3, which gives an extended warranty and covers the cost of servicing for three years.
Reader test team says:
Citroën DS3 Hatchback 1.4 VTi 95 DSign 3dr
I drove this car for two weeks as a courtesy car whilst our Alfa Mito was having crash damage repairs ( hit by lorry while parked). I really wanted to…
2
out of 5 stars
Citroën DS3 Hatchback 1.6 THP 155 DSport 3dr
I had this car for a week as a rental car. I was impressed by the power, especially the low range torque around town. It doesn't feel you are driving…
4
out of 5 stars
Citroën DS3 Hatchback 1.6 VTi 120 DStyle 3dr
We have just picked this car up for a second car (for my wife), and we were swaying between the DS3 and the Mini. The DS3 won for the following…
4
out of 5 stars
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Our pick of the range
Citroën DS3 Hatchback 1.6 THP 155 DSport 3dr
A stylish and well-equipped supermini that delivers hot hatch pace and decent handling. You'll have more fun in the rival Mini Cooper S, though.
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