New Citroen DS3

The new Citroen DS3 is a genuine alternative to the Mini. The Citroen DS3 is slightly longer than the Mini and offers more boot space at approximately 285 litres. Citroen have also copied Mini by offering a host of custom packages so buyers can individualise their car.

There are four different roof colours and highly distinctive roof graphics available and lots of vivid colour options including bright yellow together with three different equipment levels.

The entry level Citroen DS3 is the 1.4 litre petrol which is priced at £11,700; the 1.6 litre Citroen DS3 diesel is priced at £13,700 and records impressive co2 emissions of 99g/km. The Citroen DS3 Sport is priced at £15,900 and has the equivalent engine to the Mini Cooper which is priced at £16,575.

The Citroen DS3 will stand out in the crowd with its eye catching face and upmarket LED running lights merged with the distinctive Citroen double chevron on the bonnet and a deep grill. The flared wheel arches and chrome slash in the door completes the look.

By Geraldine Ashton Green