Verdict on the Citroen DS 3 Cabrio 1.6 THP 16V DSport 165hp Start/Stop
The DS 3 has always been one of the biggest sellers for the French brand and on the back of this review it’s clear that won’t be changing anytime soon.
The new engine gives the DS 3 a far more sporty character and the visual updates keep it looking fresh in a bust sector.
As well as being more powerful than before the new 165 THP model is also more efficient which is great new for company car buyers but a high purchase price could put those small businesses off who like to buy their cars outright.
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The Low Down…
| Doors and body style | 3 door hatch |
| Engine/gearbox: | 1.6 4 cyl turbocharged petrol/6 speed manual |
| CO2 Emissions: | 129g/km |
| Economy: | 50.4mpg |
| Power/torque: | 165HP |
| 0-62mph/top speed: | 7.5secs/135mph |
| Insurance group: |
…and what it costs
| P11D Value | £21,290 |
| Road tax (VED) | D |
| Company Car Tax Bands 2011/12 to 2013/14 | 18% 20% 22% |
| Benefit in kind 14/15 15/16 16/17 | £3,832£4,258£4,684 |
| Annual/Monthly fuel benefit (20%) | £781/£65 |
| Annual/Monthly fuel benefit (40%) | £1562/£130 |
| Annual/monthly company car tax (20%) | £766/£64 |
| Annual/monthly company car tax (40%) | £1,533/£128 |
| Figures correct at time of posting | |
| For latest figures | Use our company car tax calculator |
