Press Releases

• The new DS Automobiles flagship with up to 750 km of combined range (WLTP cycle) is now available to order.
   
• DS N°8 is available in specification levels PALLAS and ÉTOILE, with power up to 350 hp and 2 or 4-wheel drive transmission.
   
• DS N°8 PALLAS is being offered from 59,200 € with a 74 kWh usable battery capacity.
   
• The first deliveries of DS N°8 are scheduled for the 2^nd half of 2025.

• With effect from 3 February 2025, Xavier Peugeot becomes Chief Executive Officer of DS Automobiles.

• Xavier Peugeot succeeds Olivier François, who has been at the helm of DS Automobiles since July 2023.

•  Olivier François continues his strategic missions within Stellantis, taking on responsibility of the newly created Marketing Office, while retaining responsibility for the FIAT brand.

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• DS Automobiles has a remarkable heritage driven by the DS introduced in 1955. This iconic model embodies much more than a car.

• A true revolution in the automotive industry driven by its bold design and avant-garde technology, it quickly established itself as a global symbol of French elegance and expertise and a legend through its charisma that goes far beyond the sphere of cars.

• Whether as a work of art, movie star or presidential vehicle, the legacy of the DS is now rooted in the Brand’s timeless DNA, which inspires it to come up with cars embodying the French art of travel.

• To start 2025 in the best way possible, DS Automobiles is showcasing its expertise through a Limited Edition bestowed with elegance.

• Positioned between the PALLAS and ETOILE finishes, the Limited Edition ÉDITION FRANCE sports an exclusive livery and offers numerous additional features at an attractive price.

• First ordering will be open from 6 January 2025.

• The Limited Edition will make its first official appearance with a DS 7 at the Brussels Motor Show from January 10^th.

• The “New Alloy” of DS Automobiles, the result of the clever blend of French cultural symbols that gave life to the ÉDITION FRANCE, will be revealed in an advertising campaign from 10 January signed “Forged in Elegance”.

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• Inspired by the DS AERO SPORT LOUNGE concept, DS N°8 is the new DS Automobiles flagship. Impeccable quality, extended range and absolute comfort make it the most serene of electric cars.
• Sporting a design that is charismatic, slim and elegantly sleek, DS N°8 represents a new SUV Coupé shape; electric it boasts a combined range of 750 km (WLTP cycle) and more than 500 km on the motorway, amazing numbers for the class thanks to a remarkable Cx of 0.24.
• DS N°8’s cockpit redefines standards for comfort and embodies a new French art of travel. Its advanced connectivity relies on artificial intelligence to make the in-car experience more seamless and immersive.
• With up to 350 hp and available with 2 or 4-wheel drive transmissions, DS N°8 will be launched in Europe from mid-2025.

• The AUTOBEST Jury awards SMARTBEST 2025 to DS Automobiles, the first manufacturer in the world to offer ChatGPT as standard on all its models with DS IRIS SYSTEM.
• The SMARTBEST 2025 award was given to DS Automobiles by the prestigious AUTOBEST jury, made up of 31 members in 31 European countries.
• DS Automobiles has once again been rewarded for the pioneering nature of its technology, and more particularly for integrating ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence with DS IRIS SYSTEM, a connected, intuitive, ergonomic information ecosystem that can be fully personalised.

• The next creation from DS Automobiles will be called DS N°8.
• This name ushers in a new strategy marking the introduction of a 100% electric-only model, while positioning it firmly in the world of luxury.
• DS N°8 is using it to reveal its dashboard design.

• Driven by the enthusiasm generated from DS 7 ÉLYSÉE and based on DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 300, DS 7 VAUBAN is an armoured plug-in hybrid model available in small numbers, a unique offering to the market.
• DS 7 VAUBAN is built in France: converted in Hérimoncourt, less than a hundred kilometres from the Mulhouse site where all DS 7s are built.
• Protected, DS 7 VAUBAN is a new emblem of the French Art of Travel, with First Class comfort.
• With armour that’s barely noticeable from the outside and weight that’s been kept down, DS 7 VAUBAN is a discreet development demonstrating the same dynamic qualities as DS 7 E-TENSE 4x4 300. This special version can be driven with a regular licence.

• A new electrified powertrain is now available on DS 3 and DS 4.
• Called HYBRID, this ensures comfort and versatility with a self-charging battery meaning the possibility of doing more than 50% of a journey in town without exhaust emissions.
• HYBRID offers lower CO₂ emissions and a reduction in fuel consumption of up to nearly 20% (WLTP homologation) on DS 3 and DS 4 compared to the PureTech 130 Automatic engine.
• DS 3 HYBRID (from 35,200 euros) and DS 4 HYBRID (from 39,950 euros) are now available to order.

• With PALLAS and ÉTOILE, DS Automobiles is giving its new specifications names, synonymous with excellence.
• Above the emblematic PALLAS, the name ÉTOILE, used for the first time, is now at the top the range.
• This new range simplifies the purchasing journey, in aid of a better customer experience.

• A revolution in the automotive world, ChatGPT, the best-known generative artificial intelligence model, is coming to DS Automobiles, the first in Europe.
• With this innovation, ChatGPT now complements the usual speech recognition on all DS Automobiles models equipped with DS IRIS SYSTEM, delivering an unprecedented relationship with its DS and making it a true companion, devoted to the French art of travel.
• The integration of ChatGPT supplements the DS Automobiles driving experience and French art of travel with a high-tech dimension giving unlimited potential.
• ChatGPT is offered to the first 20,000 registered users with DS IRIS SYSTEM on their DS 3, DS 4, DS 7, or DS 9, during a pilot phase within Stellantis of six months and at no extra cost.

• From 2024, all new DS Automobiles models will be exclusively 100% electric.
• The first model for this new zero-emissions era is currently being finalised in France and will be produced at the Melfi plant in Italy.
• It will usher in the 100% electric version of the new STLA M platform, with a range of more than 700 kilometres.

• With DS CERTIFIED, DS Automobiles is offering an enormous choice of used DS models, carefully chosen, checked and inspected, and backed with a full warranty for up to 24 months and unlimited kilometres.
• The DS CERTIFIED brand’s extended warranty combines a wide choice, a quality selection and personalised support for greater peace of mind.
• The DS CERTIFIED brand is established in more than 10 countries. Nearly 2,000 cars are currently being offered in France through www.dscertified.dsautomobiles.fr and in the DS STORE.

• With the Design Award at the Automobile Magazine Awards, DS 4’s design collects a new accolade from the editorial staff and readers.
• Sporting sharp lines and an athletic silhouette, DS 4 features exceptional proportions.
• The DS Automobiles team worked on three main themes: aerodynamics, efficiency and charisma.

• After announcing its partnership with PENSKE AUTOSPORT and the arrival of world champion Stoffel Vandoorne alongside double champion Jean-Eric Vergne, DS embarks on a new chapter in its Formula E history.
• On the eve of the competitive debut of the new GEN3 car, DS Italy director Eugenio Franzetti is announced as director of DS Performance.
• Now at the head of the brand’s competition division, his mission will be to promote the performance of the third generation DS E-TENSE single seater and lead the team to new titles.

From April, 1^st 2022, Agnès Tesson-Faget takes over Marion David as DS Automobiles Product Director. Marion David takes on a new role within Stellantis.

• As in 2020, DS Automobiles is the multi-energy brand with the lowest CO₂ emissions in Europe at an average of 97.3g/km.
• New applications help drivers to maximise the efficiency of their driving.
• The energy transition is continuing: from 2024, every new model from DS Automobiles will only be 100% electric.