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321 Used DS Automobiles DS 3 cars for sale

DS Automobiles DS 32015 (15) - 1.2 PureTech 1955 3dr

2015 (15) - 1.2 PureTech 1955 3dr17

Low Mileage

£7,795

Finance available £152 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 34.7K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Col Smith Car Sales

01609716947 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 - PureTech Connected Chic 3-Door

2017 - PureTech Connected Chic 3-Door34

Low Mileage

£7,295

  • 1.2L

  • 36.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Spencers Car Sales

01603931848 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 - 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Prestige 3dr -1 FORMER KEEPER + FSH-

2018 - 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Prestige 3dr -1 FORMER KEEPER + FSH-8

Low Mileage

£6,490

  • 1.6L

  • 56.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Glasshoughton Car Sales

01977803305 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2017 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr43

£4,895

Finance available £87 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 79.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

ZWBA CARS LTD

01536211853 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32021 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr

2021 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr13

Low Mileage

£12,270

Finance available £257 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 24.5K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Carbase - Lympsham

01934312926 *

4.9/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32015 (65) - 1.2 PureTech 110 DStyle Nav 2dr

2015 (65) - 1.2 PureTech 110 DStyle Nav 2dr24

Low Mileage

£2,195

  • 1.2L

  • 73.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Convertible

M & Y Car Sales

01952984337 *

4.1/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 - 1.2 PureTech 82 Chic 3dr

2016 - 1.2 PureTech 82 Chic 3dr11

Low Mileage

£5,270

Finance available £97 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 57.6K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Carbase - Weston

01934313340 *

4.8/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)

2016 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)1

Low Mileage

£5,299

Finance available £96 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 59.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

SmartBuyMotors Ltd

01443809176 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32023 - 115kW E-TENSE Performance Line 54kWh 5dr Auto

2023 - 115kW E-TENSE Performance Line 54kWh 5dr Auto33

£14,499

Finance available £292 pm

  • 720.0

    Miles
  • Electric
  • Automatic
  • Hatchback

cinch

01273121210 *

4.3/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32022 - 100kW E-TENSE Performance Line 50kWh 5dr Auto

2022 - 100kW E-TENSE Performance Line 50kWh 5dr Auto4

Reduced

£11,895

  • 25.5K

    Miles
  • Electric
  • Automatic
  • Hatchback

Motor Range Liverpool

01515417938 *

4.5/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32019 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr

2019 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr19

Low Mileage

£12,998

  • 1.2L

  • 30.8K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Arnold Clark Kirkcaldy BMW

01592802402 *

4.6/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32022 - 100kW E-TENSE Bastille 50kWh 5dr Auto Hatchback

2022 - 100kW E-TENSE Bastille 50kWh 5dr Auto Hatchback53

£11,720

  • 22.3K

    Miles
  • Electric
  • Automatic
  • Hatchback

Perrys Alfreton

01773301944 *

4.8/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (66) - 1.6 BlueHDi Chic 3dr

2016 (66) - 1.6 BlueHDi Chic 3dr17

Low Mileage

£5,588

Finance available £103 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 42.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Fine Car Sales

01733942778 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr33

Low Mileage

£6,695

Finance available £127 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 43.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Part X Motors

02038933864 *

4.4/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32015 - 1.2 PureTech DStyle 3-Door

2015 - 1.2 PureTech DStyle 3-Door17

Low Mileage

£3,995

Finance available £67 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 37.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Assured Cars Scotland LTD Cumbernald

01316034391 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2016 (66) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr30

Reduced

£7,695

  • 1.2L

  • 18.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

The Carsite London

02038933723 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (65) - 1.2 PURETECH DSTYLE S/S 3d 109 BHP 3-Door

2016 (65) - 1.2 PURETECH DSTYLE S/S 3d 109 BHP 3-Door29

Reduced

£6,195

Finance available £116 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 81.6K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

J and I Car Sales

01752987212 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 - 1.6 BlueHDi Elegance 3-Door

2016 - 1.6 BlueHDi Elegance 3-Door14

Low Mileage

£4,995

  • 1.6L

  • 53.7K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Oakley Car Sales

01536235646 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 - 1.6 BlueHDi Connected Chic 3dr

2018 - 1.6 BlueHDi Connected Chic 3dr29

Low Mileage

£8,849

Finance available £172 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 18.3K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Motorpoint Oldbury

01217525220 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr35

£3,990

Finance available £67 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 82.8K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Hey Motors Ltd

01706572044 *

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Body Style
DS Automobiles DS 3 ConvertibleDS Automobiles DS 3 Hatchback
Engine Size
DS Automobiles DS 3 1.2DS Automobiles DS 3 1.5DS Automobiles DS 3 1.6
Fuel Type
DS Automobiles DS 3 DieselDS Automobiles DS 3 Full ElectricDS Automobiles DS 3 Petrol
Transmission
DS Automobiles DS 3 AutomaticDS Automobiles DS 3 Manual
Colour
DS Automobiles DS 3 BlackDS Automobiles DS 3 BlueDS Automobiles DS 3 GreenDS Automobiles DS 3 GreyDS Automobiles DS 3 PurpleDS Automobiles DS 3 RedDS Automobiles DS 3 SilverDS Automobiles DS 3 WhiteDS Automobiles DS 3 Yellow
Registration Year
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Why buy a used DS Automobiles DS 3?

If you're in the market for a car that's premium, stylish and comfortable, then a used DS Automobiles DS 3 is a great choice. With a variety of engine choices and plenty of unique examples for sale, there's always a used DS 3 that will suit your needs. Its attractive exterior is matched by a luxurious interior and high-tech equipment for a complete compact crossover package.

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Used DS Automobiles DS 3 buying guide

Engines and transmissions

There have been many powertrain options with the DS 3, with the company providing diesel, petrol and electric configurations. While these pair to either a manual or an automatic transmission, all models include front-wheel drive.

Electric
  • DS 3 E-TENSE configuration produces 154bhp and returns an electric range of up to 251 miles per charge.
  • Up to 80% of its battery can be recharged with a fast charger in 30 minutes.
Petrol
  • PureTech 100 produces 99bhp for a 0-62mph time of 10.9 seconds, while the PureTech 130 increases the output to 129bhp for a 0-62mph time of 9.2 seconds.
  • Hybrid e-DCS6 creates a combined 134bhp with a fuel economy rating of around 65mpg, resulting in CO2 emissions of 112g/km.
  • Older models include a 1.2-litre engine that creates 80bhp for a fuel consumption rating of 61.4mpg and CO2 emissions of 107g/km.
Diesel
  • Previously available 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine outputs either 98bhp or 118bhp.
  • Fuel economy ratings vary between 83.1mpg and 78.5mpg, depending on the configuration.

Practicality

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is suitable to be used as a family car, especially when choosing a five-door model.

Interior space
  • Headroom and legroom are average in the front seat, while the higher ride height makes getting in and out easier.
  • Three children or two adults can fit comfortably in the back seat.
  • ISOFIX mounting points for child seats are found in the back, but are easier to access with the rear doors.
Boot space
  • 350-litre boot is bigger than the Ford Fiesta.
  • Boot opening is large, revealing a square storage area that's easy to load.
  • Convertible replaces the boot lid with a hatch to fit the folding canvas roof.
Bodystyles
  • Three-door hatchback appeals to the younger market and rivals the MINI Hatch.
  • Two-door convertible variant is great to drive on a warm, sunny day.
  • Five-door SUV offers a more accessible back seat that is better for busy families.

Safety

  • 2017 Euro NCAP rating was three out of five stars.
  • Highest crash test score is adult occupant at 69%.
  • Standard safety kit includes automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, speed limit sign recognition and lane departure warning.

Technology

  • 10.3-inch touch-sensitive infotainment system is innovative and features a unique angle.
  • Standard kit includes DAB radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth.
  • 7.0-inch driver's display offers a modern touch.

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Different generations of used DS Automobiles DS 3

Back in 2010, the DS 3 was originally a Citroen model. In 2016, Citroen decided to create a separate division, placing the DS 3 in the care of the DS Automobiles brand instead. Since then, the DS 3 remains in its first generation, but there was a facelift released in 2022 with some styling upgrades and new additions to keep the model current and desirable.

Second Generation (2022 to Present)

Second Generation (2022 to Present)
Fuel type:
Full Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:
1.2
MPG:
Acceleration:
8.7 - 10.9 seconds
Boot space:
350 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
stars

  • Greenest

    115kW E-TENSE Performance Line + 54kWh 5dr Auto

  • Cheapest

    1.2 PureTech Bastille 5dr

  • Fastest

    115kW E-TENSE Opera 54kWh 5dr Auto

First Generation (2015 to 2023)

First Generation (2015 to 2023)
Fuel type:
Diesel / Full Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:
1.6
MPG:
50 - 83
Acceleration:
6.5 - 12.5 seconds
Boot space:
245 - 350 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:
4 / 3 / 5 stars

  • Greenest

    100kW E-TENSE Rivoli 50kWh 5dr Auto

  • Cheapest

    1.2 PureTech DSign 3dr

  • Fastest

    1.6 THP 210 Performance 2dr

Used DS Automobiles DS 3 FAQ's

Which is the most popular engine in the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The petrol engines have been the most popular, likely because there have been so many different variants available. Entry-level petrol options are among the cheapest for the used DS 3, helping buyers to save money.

Which are the most popular model variants?

The DS 3 has been available in several models, such as Chic, Elegance, Performance Line, Prestige, Ultra Prestige, Performance, Performance Black and Opera. The most popular among used DS 3 models is the mid-range Prestige, which comes with standard LED headlights, an upgraded sound system and front parking sensors.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for leather upholstered seats, which give the cabin an upmarket feel. Customers should also look for a leather sports steering wheel. DS has also offered some high-tech equipment, such as a reversing camera and a satellite navigation system.

Is the DS 3 a good family car?

With the five-door design, the DS 3 would be a great family car. It has a good amount of interior room and boot space, and the wide range of powertrains and superior efficiency help families save money.

Is there a hybrid version of the DS Automobiles DS 3?

Yes, DS Automobiles recently released a self-charging hybrid variant that outputs 134bhp. There's also an all-electric E-TENSE model that produces 153bhp and returns an electric range of up to 251 miles per charge.

Is the DS Automobiles DS 3 available as an automatic?

Both automatic and manual gearboxes were available with the DS Automobiles DS 3 lineup. The manual gearbox has been more popular, but an automatic is the only option with the hybrid and electric models.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Regardless of which powertrain option is chosen, all DS 3 models are front-wheel drive only.

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