The segment of premium sedans is now a niche of the niche in Italy that is equivalent to just 1% of the market. Abroad, however, things are better, especially in Asia, which is why three versions of the DS 9 are coming in 2021 after the pandemic comes out. All hybrids with very different power and power management. Like the Citroen C5 X, the Ds 9 is also produced in China, the primary target market for this segment. The sedan was developed on an elongated version of the historic EMP2 platform, awaiting the new STLA platform designed for electric vehicles in 2023. Great interior space, both front and rear, with generous overhangs that allow for a 600-liter boot, despite the size of the electric motor on the rear axle in the E-Tense 4×4 version. The finishes are refined, even if of little European and very global taste, Large central display and second monitor that replaces the analogue instrumentation. Despite the almost five meters in length, the design is collected and sharp, which lovers of the genre will not mind. Large glass roof, maxi-armrests front and rear, storage trays everywhere complete an ideal set-up for those who have to cover many kilometers. There are two trim levels, Line + and Rivoli +, with differences in the interior materials which in the price list are equivalent to 3,000 euros. Engines. The entry level, with a price of 56,200 euros, is the E-TENSE plug-in hybrid engine consisting of a PureTech turbo petrol engine and an electric motor integrated into the ambio for a combined power of 225 HP, capable of running up to at 50 kilometers (WLTP) in zero emissions mode thanks to the 11.9 kWh battery. CO2 emissions are thus between 31 and 35 g / km according to specifications and consumption is 1.4-1.5 l / 100 km according to the combined WLTP cycle. Four driving modes: electric, hybrid, sport and comfort. The E-Save function also guarantees a reserve of energy in the battery to tackle part of the journey in Zero Emissions mode (with different levels available), useful when crossing an urban center with a limited traffic area. The 7.4 kW on-board charger allows the battery to be recharged in 1 hour and 45 minutes from a domestic or public charging station with the cable supplied as standard. The range includes a 360 horsepower version with intelligent all-wheel drive developed thanks to the expertise of DS Performance, which adds 113 horsepower to a second electric motor that works on the rear axle. Here the maximum torque rises to 520 Nm, and the heat engine alone pushes up to 200 horsepower. By the end of the year, median between the two versions available and designed for Eastern markets, there will also be a 250 horsepower 2-wheel drive version with optimized range. The PureTech version with only a 225 horsepower heat engine will not be put on sale in Italy. There are many standard Adas, including the Active Scan suspension, a camera mounted in the upper part of the windshield that scans the road and integrates the data detected by four sensors and three accelerometers in order to increase safety and serenity when driving. . However, the silence on board stands out, even with the roof open, which integrates perfectly with the 515W sound system of the Focal Electra system, consisting of 14 speakers (including a subwoofer). Even in the 360 horsepower version, the new DS 9 is friendly when driving, with many functions that you have to get used to but half an hour is enough and almost everything is under control. Very stable, the eight-speed automatic transmission does its duty, a turning circle of eleven meters that offers good agility. Generous performance, which always allows easy overtaking. Very soft braking system, in line with the rest of the car. Driving it on the track or on the road is still relaxing. A sedan, in the true and full sense of the word. (ITALPRESS). jp / tvi / red 28-May-21 19:24
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