DS N°8: New electric SUV coupé from DS Automobiles presented

With the DS N°8, DS Automobiles is presenting its second exclusively electric model alongside the DS 3 E-TENSE. The front-wheel drive Long Range variant of the vehicle has a range of up to 750 kilometers with an electricity consumption of 12,9 kWh/100 km (according to WLTP). On the highway at a constant speed of 120 km/h, the range should be more than 500 kilometers. The vehicle achieves these values thanks, among other things, to its aerodynamic design with an air resistance value (Cd) of 0,24.
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battery and engine production in France
The electric SUV coupe draws its energy from a nickel-manganese-cobalt battery. The cells are manufactured in the ACC Giga-Factory in Billy-Berclau/Douvrin in northern France. Stellantis is involved in this joint venture as one of the founders and main shareholders. Another company in which Stellantis has a stake, NPE in Trémery in northeastern France, proreduces the electric motor of the new DS N°8.
Technical details of the DS N°8: Battery and drive
The N°8 is based on the STLA Medium platform of the Stellantis Group and is offered in three drive variants (see table). There are also two battery options: a standard battery with 74 kWh and a long-range version with 97,2 kWh of usable battery capacity. The 400-volt battery system supports a DC charging power of up to 160 kW, which should enable rapid charging from 20 to 80 percent in 27 minutes. For shorter charging times in everyday life, an onboard charger with either 11 or 22 kW, which also has an integrated V2L function (Vehicle to Load), is available. The highest equipment variant comes with a peak output of up to 276 kW (375 hp), 511 Nm maximum torque and variable all-wheel drive. All variants reach a maximum speed of 190 km/h.
Design and aerodynamics of the DS N°8
With a length of 4,82 meters, a width of 1,90 meters and a height of 1,58 meters, the DS N°8 is compact and aerodynamic. The vehicle is characterized by a smooth body design, vertical light signatures and hidden door handles. A two-tone paint finish is available as an option. Active ventilation flaps and special wheel designs have been integrated to optimize the aerodynamics. For the first time in a series model from DS Automobiles, the DS logo in the radiator grille is also illuminated.
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Interior and equipment of the DS N°8
The interior of the DS N°8 is available in the "Pallas" and "Étoile" trim levels and includes materials such as vegetable-tanned nappa leather and fabrics that consist largely of recycled material, including 68% recycled Alcantara. A highlight of the interior is the DS Neckwarmer, which blows warm air into the neck area of the passengers. The cockpit includes a head-up display that works with augmented reality, a 16-inch multimedia system and seats with functions such as cooling and heating (front and rear), massage (front only) and a steering wheel with X-shaped spokes. The interior mirror is supplemented by a digital display. This accesses the rear-view camera and generates an image on request without restricting the field of vision, for example by passengers in the rear or the rear headrests. In the rear, the seat backs can also be tilted by up to 30 degrees.
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driver assistance and connectivity
The DS N°8 is equipped with the DS Iris 2.0 operating system, which is operated by voice recognition or via the touchscreen in the centre of the cockpit and Chat GPT-Integration. External devices can be connected via four USB-C ports or wirelessly via Bluetooth. Compatible smartphones can also be integrated into the multimedia system via Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Assistance technologies include DS Drive Assist 2.0 with adaptive cruise control, night assistance with infrared camera and a one-pedal driving mode for recuperation. A new feature in the DS Automobiles model range is the Wrong Pedal Prevention (WPP) system. It detects when the accelerator and brake pedals are confused and uses electronic intervention to help prevent accidents resulting from this.
Availability and price of the DS N°8
The DS N°8 will be available to order from the beginning of 2025. The market launch is planned for the middle of the year. Exact prices are not yet known. However, the basic model should start at around €65.000.
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