Auto Show: the DS N°8, new French flagship with 750 km of autonomy, will be unveiled in Brussels

Wednesday 18th December 2024 07:35 PM

The design of the rear part is really successful, and the plunging roof provides a style effect as well as an aerodynamic benefit. ©DS Automobiles

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The new model is inspired by the Aero Sport Lounge concept, and therefore takes particular care of its aerodynamics. Its plunging rear part can also be seen as a nod to the large “six-window” Citroën of which this DS can be seen as the spiritual heir. But above all its style marks a real evolution in the design of the young brand, much more so than with the DS4. The front in particular, with its Luminascreen illuminated grille and illuminated logo which create a unique lighting signature.

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The interior is also surprising. Centered around a large 16” central screen, it combines Nappa leather, Alcantara, brushed aluminum and elements “designed like crystals”. The atmosphere is therefore chic, but always a bit baroque, with a surprising four-spoke steering wheel in particular.

The interior is refined and the atmosphere is chic, always with a little quirky feel compared to the competition. ©DS Automobiles

Record autonomy

The DS N°8 will be available in three technical configurations: front-wheel drive, with a 260 horsepower engine associated with a 74 kWh battery. “High Range” front-wheel drive with 280 hp, and AWD (four-wheel drive) with 375 hp. The latter two will receive a generous 97.2 kWh battery, allowing the two-wheel drive version to reach 750 km of autonomy, a record figure in the segment. The other versions will not fare badly either, with 572 and 686 km announced. Above all, it is the average WLTP consumption that is astonishing: 12.9 kWh/100km to 14.2 kWh/100km! Reference values again in the category. Furthermore, accelerated charging can be done up to 200 kW, while classic charging can reach 22 kW (optional).

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And to ensure comfort, a true DS trademark in the face of competition, the N°8 will of course be equipped with Active Scan Suspension, whose variable damping is coupled to a camera located at the top of the charged windshield. to analyze the road in front of the car to adapt the stiffness of the suspensions in real time.

The DS N°8 will be on display as a world premiere at the Auto Show in January, before its marketing across Europe from mid-2025. Prices have not yet been announced.