DS 6

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DS 6
DS 6 01 China 2016-03-28.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer DS Automobiles (Citroën)
Also calledDS 6WR
Production2014–2020
Assembly Shenzhen, China (Changan PSA)
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Platform PSA PF2
Related
Powertrain
Engine 1.6 litre Prince THP200 Turbo (petrol)
Transmission 6-speed Aisin EAT6 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,732 mm (107.6 in)
Length4,553 mm (179.3 in)
Width1,858 mm (73.1 in)
Height1,588 mm (62.5 in)
Kerb weight 1,550 kg (3,417 lb)
Chronology
Successor DS 3 Crossback
DS 7 Crossback

The DS 6 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV designed by the French automaker DS Automobiles specifically for the market in Asia. It was the second model of DS, then a sub brand, to not feature the Citroën logo, following the launch of the DS 5LS earlier in 2014. First announced to the public in April 2014 as the DS 6WR, [1] it was released for sale in the autumn of 2014. [2]

It is powered by a four-cylinder 1.6 litre (1598 cc) petrol engine, producing 200 PS (147 kW; 197 bhp) at 5800 rpm and 275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft) torque at 1700 to 4500 rpm. It is claimed to accelerate from 0–100 km in 8.4 seconds.

The DS 6 was exported to Iran [3] and Angola.

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References

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  2. "PSA launches DS compact crossover in China". Autonews Europe. 10 October 2014. Retrieved 19 November 2014.
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