Citroen DS3 Racing

Citroen has announced full details about the eagerly anticipated DS3 Racing, with customer orders being taken from the 1st September 2010. The DS3 Racing has an impeccable sporting pedigree having been developed by Citroen Racing, the winning team behind five WRC Manufacturer’s titles.

Citroen DS3 in Polar White

Powered by a specially tuned 1.6-litre THP engine, it produces 207hp, has a top speed of 146mph, a 0-62mph of just 6.5 seconds and takes 26.5 seconds to the 1,000 metre mark, from a standing start. Standard equipment includes automatic digital air conditioning, Bluetooth with USB connectivity and an eight-speaker hi-fi system. Citroen has also added some new features to the DS3 Racing like S.ESP (Switchable Electronic Stability Programme) and Citroen eTouch Assistance System.

There are two colour options available namely Obsidian Black pearlescent body (and Sport Orange roof) or Polar White body with a Carbon Grey roof which can all be matched to the alloy wheels, door mirrors, chevrons, grille surround, tailgate spoiler and dashboard fascia. Citroen business car leasing prices will be loaded shortly.

Hot new DS3 Racing

Citroen is launching a new hot hatch, Citroen DS3 Racing 200hp Limited Edition at the Geneva Motor Show in March. This high performance hatchback is powered by a racing tuned 1.6-litre THP 150 turbo engine which, with 200hp on tap, delivers almost 30% more power than the standard engine. The car also has a special tail pipe and muffler added as well.

Hot new DS3 Racing

The braking system has also been uprated to cope with all that extra power, with 4-piston racing callipers and special disc brakes on the front plus drilled discs at the rear. The ESP has also been adpated to compliment the sportier nature of the cars as well. 

Add to this stiffer suspension strings, adapted front and rear shock absorbers, the widening of the rear front tracks by 30mm and lowering the car by 15mm and you certainly get a dramatic look.