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DS Automobiles DS 3 Hatchback Problems by Year

The original DS 3 was one of the coolest UK superminis of its era and still has strong used-car appeal. The sensible buys are simple petrol manuals or honest diesels; the risky cars are 1.6 THP models with patchy maintenance and tired suspension.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Year Periods
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Known Issues
2
Serious Faults
1
Moderate Issues

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20193 issues2014–20184 issues2010–20133 issues

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Buying Tips for the DS Automobiles DS 3 Hatchback

  • ✓Treat 1.6 THP petrols with the same caution you would in a Mini or Peugeot 207 GTI: chain noise and oil history matter a lot
  • ✓Listen for front-end knocks and inspect the springs and top mounts because small premium hatches still take a beating on UK roads
  • ✓Late touchscreen cars should be tested for Bluetooth, navigation and camera behaviour from cold rather than judged by a quick menu tap
  • ✓Good cosmetic presentation is common on DS 3s, so look harder at service records and MOT history than at the roof colour
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