DS DS 3 HATCHBACK
1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr
Looking to lease a DS DS 3? With FVL, leasing a DS DS 3 is an economical way to drive a brand-new car without having to pay the full purchase price. Compare our cheapest DS DS 3 lease deals starting at £328 by clicking on the range below.
DS DS 3 Review1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr
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115kW E-TENSE Performance Line 54kWh 5dr Auto
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The DS 3, formally known as the Citroen DS 3 or DS 3 Crossback, is a luxury supermini produced by French manufacturer Citroen. Launched in 2010, it was the first entry-level model from the DS premium brand.
DS 3 started life as a three-door hatchback, the second generation from 2019. It is now a stylish 5dr hatchback crossover with a front engine and front-wheel drive.
The DS badge with Citroen is an iconic executive brand associated with style and French sophistication; it was lauded in the 60s and 70s as super cool and at the forefront of technical development. That French savoir-faire carries through into current marketing with the DS range, offering premium exterior styling and quality interior finishing.
Disclaimer: Please note that the specifications listed below were correct at the time of writing and based on availability. Specs and availability should always be checked before agreeing to our leasing deals.
This includes an emergency braking system; lane keep assist lane departure warning, speed limit recognition and intelligent speed adaptation.
The advanced safety pack includes an extended emergency braking system, extended lane-keeping assist, and blind spot detection.
The all-electric range gives you 193 - 232 miles on a full charge*. Charging on the 7KW home charger take 7.3 hours*. An 80% charge on a 50KW rapid charger takes an hour*.
Additional charging can be done through regenerative breaking; this stores kinetic energy when you Lift off the accelerator pedal to slow down particularly useful when doing stop-start in city driving.
The engine choices for the DS 3 are:
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The DS 3 is a classy French Crossover SUV with great looks and the latest technology. The DS 3 is a good choice for this competitive market.
From a personal lease point of view, its excellent residual values often mean you can get a higher specification model than you first may realise and a better all-around deal.
Start by browsing our latest in stock special offer lease deals to see what works for you.
Learn about the 2023 DS DS 3 range with car expert Steve Lumley. See pricing, specs and compare trims.
Select the duration of your contract, the mileage, and any additional add-ons you would like to include in your monthly rental price.
DS make a great range of stylish and innovative cars and the DS DS 3 is no exception! With flexible mileage options to suit your needs, our cheap DS DS 3 lease deals start from £328, so you can help keep your budget in check.
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You can enquire online or place your order over the phone – whichever you prefer. When you lease with FVL you can be assured that you are dealing with experts. We are BVRLA approved, and partner with the UK's top organisations to help match you to an affordable DS DS 3 deal that meets your needs. We are also regulated by the FCA, so you can trust we know a thing or two about cars.
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You can lease a DS 3 for 24 months to 48 months through First Vehicle Leasing.
Out on the road, the DS 3 is a comfortable car to drive around town with good steering feedback and it grips the road when being put through its paces on winding roads. Essentially, in a competitive segment, the DS 3 offers a stylish and well-equipped car that offers enough quirks and charm to making an interesting consideration. So in short, yes, the DS 3 is a great car!
There's a good choice of engines for the DS 3, particularly the 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol unit delivering decent levels of performance - and useful economy of 64 mpg.
For those wanting better economy, the 1.6 litre diesel unit is a capable and rewarding performer.
There's also a more powerful engine delivering performance in the shape of the 1.6 litre petrol unit producing 205 bhp- it's a responsive unit that impresses at speed.
With the amount of money that new cars can lose, leasing a DS 3 makes a lot of sense. If you are not fussed about owning the vehicle at the end, it can be the cheapest way to get into a brand new car.
The cabin is spacious and there is a 7-inch touchscreen that's easy to use. Standard equipment includes alloy wheels, smartphone connectivity and some models come with satnav as standard. Other models come with rear parking sensors and reversing camera, chrome exhaust tailpipes and door handles, along with anti-lock braking and emergency brake assist.
For a full list of equipment and technology, see one of the model pages.
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