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311 Used DS Automobiles DS 3 cars for sale

DS Automobiles DS 32019 - 1.2 PureTech Prestige 5dr

2019 - 1.2 PureTech Prestige 5dr12

Low Mileage

£12,698

  • 1.2L

  • 35.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 (18) - 1.6 BlueHDi Connected Chic 3dr

2018 (18) - 1.6 BlueHDi Connected Chic 3dr24

Low Mileage

£6,495

  • 1.6L

  • 52.6K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

V12 Sports and Classics Hinckley

01455244504 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (66) - 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Elegance 3dr

2016 (66) - 1.6 BlueHDi 120 Elegance 3dr15

£4,000

  • 1.6L

  • 91.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

East Kent Car Sales

01795502170 *

0/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32015 (15) - 1.6 BlueHDi DStyle Nav 3dr

2015 (15) - 1.6 BlueHDi DStyle Nav 3dr15

£3,895

Finance available £65 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 80.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

JTD Car Sales

01913002453 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32020 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr

2020 - 1.2 PureTech Performance Line 5dr12

Low Mileage

£12,698

  • 1.2L

  • 29.5K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Arnold Clark Click & Collect Sydenham

01414839958 *

4.7/5 Stars

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

2016 (66) - 1.6 BlueHDi Elegance 3dr15

Low Mileage

£5,995

Finance available £112 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 64.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Woodside Car Sales

01828920138 *

0/5 Stars

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

2016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Euro 6 3dr13

Low Mileage

£4,990

Finance available £89 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 55.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

AMG MOTOR VEHICLES LTD

01733942779 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic 3-Door

2017 - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic 3-Door25

Low Mileage

£8,900

Finance available £177 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 46.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Auto Swift Ltd

01384883992 *

5/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 3dr

2016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 3dr13

Low Mileage

£3,450

Finance available £55 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 71.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Adamm Motors

01902951161 *

0/5 Stars

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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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DS Automobiles DS 32016 - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 3-Door

2016 - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 3-Door18

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 78.4K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

NexCar

01792345012 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 (18) - 1.6 BlueHDi Prestige Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2018 (18) - 1.6 BlueHDi Prestige Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr30

Reduced

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 58.8K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Mount Vernon Motors

01416119897 *

0/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 (17) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 2dr

2017 (17) - 1.2 PureTech Elegance 2dr

Low Mileage

£6,790

Finance available £129 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 34.5K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Convertible

Kensington Car Group LTD

01642049640 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 (18) - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic Euro 6 3dr

2018 (18) - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic Euro 6 3dr31

£5,890

Finance available £109 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 62.7K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Motorcity Stoke

01782940789 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 - 1.2 PureTech Chic 3-Door

2017 - 1.2 PureTech Chic 3-Door22

Low Mileage

£6,999

Finance available £134 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 44.9K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

NexCar

01792345012 *

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

2022 - 100kW E-TENSE Bastille 50kWh Auto 5-Door26

Low Mileage

£12,197

  • 17.3K

    Miles
  • Electric
  • Automatic
  • Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Birmingham

01215165158 *

4.7/5 Stars

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DS Automobiles DS 32017 (17) - 1.6 BlueHDi Performance Line Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (120

2017 (17) - 1.6 BlueHDi Performance Line Hatchback 3dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (12036

Low Mileage

£7,655

  • 1.6L

  • 34.3K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Newton & Lee Automotive Ltd

01207263738 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32018 (18) - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)

2018 (18) - 1.2 PureTech Connected Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)13

Low Mileage

£6,495

Finance available £123 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 48.1K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

Karl Smith Car Sales

01253201391 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)

2016 (16) - 1.2 PureTech Chic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (82 ps)22

£4,299

Finance available £74 pm

  • 1.2L

  • 91.0K

    Miles
  • Petrol
  • Manual
  • Hatchback

SmartBuyMotors Ltd

01443809176 *

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DS Automobiles DS 32016 - 1.6 BlueHDi Prestige 2-Door

2016 - 1.6 BlueHDi Prestige 2-Door27

Reduced

£4,995

Finance available £89 pm

  • 1.6L

  • 71.0K

    Miles
  • Diesel
  • Manual
  • Convertible

M & L CAR SALES LIMITED

01733666831 *

0/5 Stars

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Body Style
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Engine Size
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Fuel Type
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Transmission
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Colour
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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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