Citroen DS3 Concept
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010 |The “Full Hybrid ” system combines a refined HDi DPFS diesel burning power plant with an electric motor mounted on the rear axle that enables the Citroen DS High Rider to combine the fuel efficiency and torque of an HDi diesel engine with the green benefits of a next generation ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) when running exclusively under electric power while in other situations, both propulsion sources combine to deliver the maximum amount of power with an excess of torque being transmitted to the rear wheels.
Citroen’s effort at premium hatchbackery went down rather well in the shape of the standard DS3, and we’d put good money on the hot hatch follow-up doing the same. The DS3 R is set to have 197bhp and 203lb ft of torque, so performance should be among the best in the class (bearing in mind the 154bhp version manages to hit 62mph in 7.1secs). We’d say a 0-60mpg sprint in the mid-sixes ought to be on the money.
he DS3 R is also designed to provide a sportier ride than its standard siblings, as well as sharper steering. Inside, the DS3 R has been given a make-over too, with bucket seats and big dials giving it the requisite hot hatch feel.
Citroen DS3
