2013 Citroen DS5 Diesel Snapshot Review
2013 CITROEN DS5 DIESEL REVIEW
What’s Hot: Balanced handling and luxurious snug interior
What’s Not: 'Disconnected' steering feel, firm suspension
X-Factor: Nothing mundane and conventional here; a style leader for those who value chic individual charm.
Vehicle Style: Medium Hatch
Price: $51,990 (plus on-roads)
Engine/trans: 120kW/340Nm 4cyl diesel | 6spd auto
Fuel Economy (claimed): 6.1 l/100km
OVERVIEW
“Not a hatch, not a coupe and not a sedan.” That's Citroen's claim with its DS5.
So, the obvious question, what is it? Well, it is in fact a hatch (sorry Citroen), but the DS5 certainly sits apart with a style all of its own.
If the DS5 can be categorised, ‘different’ may be the correct pigeon-hole, particularly when placed side-by-side with its German rivals.
It's the DS5's 'different-ness' that gives it some breathing space in the premium-hatch market. Few manufacturers are as bold as Citroen in putting fashion and style at the heart of automotive function.
But, despite appealing individual lines, a full feature list and good on-road performance, the market hasn't really noticed the DS5.
So, is the market missing something here, and does the DS5 have what it takes to turn sales around?
INTERIOR
The interior is a highlight, it's quite luxurious and filled with French character and chic style.