The DS 4S is a subcompact executive car designed and developed by the DS division of the French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroën (later called Groupe PSA). It was unveiled on the 2015 Guangzhou Auto Show.[2]

DS 4S
Overview
ManufacturerDS Automobiles
Production2015–2019
Model years2016–2019
AssemblyShenzhen, China (Changan PSA)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style5-door hatchback
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive layout
PlatformPSA PF2
RelatedDS 5LS
Powertrain
Engine1.2L turbocharged Inline-three
1.6L turbocharged Inline-four
1.8L turbocharged Inline-four
Transmission6-speed Automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,715 mm (106.9 in)
Length4,435 mm (174.6 in)
Width1,843 mm (72.6 in)
Height1,510 mm (59.4 in)
Chronology
PredecessorDS 4[1]
SuccessorDS 4 II

Overview edit

The DS 4S was produced and sold only in China and was positioned between the DS4 and the DS5. It was launched on the Chinese car market in April 2016.[3][4] Its sedan version is the DS 5LS which shares the same platform. The DS 4S also comes with the DS CONNECT technology, which includes navigation, safety and communication functions.[5]

Powertrain edit

The DS 4S is equipped with the EAT6 automatic gearbox and is available with three petrol engines including a 1.2-litre turbo engine, a 1.6 litre turbo engine, and a 1.8-litre turbo engine developing maximum power outputs ranging from 136hp to 204hp. The DS 4S also marks the Chinese debut of the PureTech engine which is the 2015 International Engine of the Year.[6]

References edit

  1. ^ Ning, W. E. (April 19, 2016). "Citroen DS 4S arrives at the Dealer in China". CarNewsChina.com.
  2. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (November 23, 2015). "Citroen DS 4S unveiled on the Guangzhou Auto Show in China". CarNewsChina.com.
  3. ^ Wang, Joey (November 29, 2015). "Citroen DS 4S will hit the Chinese car market in Q1 2016". CarNewsChina.com.
  4. ^ Wang, Joey (January 26, 2016). "Citroen DS 4S will hit Chinese auto market in April". CarNewsChina.com.
  5. ^ Todorova, Lidia (April 26, 2016). "DS 4S Gathers Glances in China with Refined and Expressive Styling". automobilesreview.com.
  6. ^ "DS 4S". netcarshow.com.

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