Especificaciones y análisis del DS 5
Power
163HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
6.1l/100
Emissions
158g/km
0-100 km/h
10.1s
Top Speed
212km/h
Weight
1690kg
Price
36,460€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
468 L
60 L
120 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the DS 5 HDi 160 Aut. Sport · 163 CV (2014-2015)
General description
The DS 5 is more than a car; it's a statement of intent, a bold piece of French design that dared to challenge the status quo of premium sedans. Born under the wing of Citroën and established as the flagship of the new DS brand, this vehicle encapsulates an avant-garde spirit and an irrepressible desire to be different, to thrill even before starting the engine.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the DS 5 HDi 160 envelops you in a grand touring experience. Its 163 hp, 340 Nm torque diesel engine, coupled with a smooth automatic transmission, offers a powerful and refined response, ideal for long highway journeys. It doesn't seek explosive sportiness, but rather poise and serenity. The firm suspension ensures exceptional stability at high speeds, although it can feel a bit harsh on uneven surfaces. Driving it feels like traveling in a capsule of comfort and safety, a mile-eater that isolates you from the outside world with unique elegance.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the DS 5 becomes a legend. Its bodywork is a moving sculpture, a masterful fusion of sedan, estate, and coupé that leaves no one indifferent. The iconic chrome 'sabres' running from the bonnet to the A-pillar are an unforgettable signature. But it's inside where the magic explodes: a cockpit inspired by aeronautics, with a roof console full of switches, an exquisite analog clock, and a split panoramic roof that floods the cabin of noble materials with light. Sitting inside is a sensory experience, a journey into a future imagined in the present.
Technology and features
For its time, the DS 5 offered a remarkable technological arsenal. The Head-Up Display projects key information onto the windshield, allowing you to keep your eyes on the road, while the navigation system and high-fidelity sound system enrich every journey. The instrumentation, combining analog dials with digital screens, reinforces that cockpit atmosphere. Although its infotainment system can't compete with current screens, its integration into the design is so perfect that it's forgiven with a smile.
Competition
The DS 5 didn't play in the same league as its rivals; it played in its own league. While the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, or Mercedes-Benz C-Class competed on practicality and dynamism, the DS 5 offered soul and personality. Its true competition were those who, like it, sought to win over through emotion, such as a Volvo V60 or a Volkswagen CC. Its battle was not fought in numbers, but in the heart of the beholder.
Conclusion
The DS 5 is a rolling work of art, a car for those who understand that luxury is not just about power or space, but the ability to feel something special every day. It is imperfect, yes, with rear visibility compromised by its beauty and a suspension that prioritizes stability over absolute comfort. But its flaws fade in the face of its immense capacity to make you feel unique. It's not a car for everyone, it's a car for the ages, a future classic that will be remembered for its courage and its captivating beauty.