DS N°8 is absolutly synonymous with dynamic serenity through the implementation of cutting-edge technologies aimed at enhancing the driving experience.
The Art of Travel has been designed through features devised and developed by DS Automobiles.
DS N°8, our brand’s new 100 % electric flagship, offers absolute comfort without compromising dynamic handling, with unrivalled electric efficiency in the class and safety at the highest level–said Agnès Tesson-Faget, DS Automobiles Product Director.
DS N°8 uses the Stellantis Group’s STLA Medium platform. This has been optimised in length and width to accommodatebatteries up to a capacity of 97.2 kWh. It also fits the new DS Automobiles flagship’s large 740 mm diameter wheels. This combination of battery capacity, a restricted wheelbase and large wheels is unique on the market.
DS N°8 benefits from new front and rear axles, a braking system adapted to its electric technology, and chassis settings that are perfectly in line with the Brand’s DNA. More than ever, DS N°8 embodies dynamic serenity.
Batteries Made in France
The Stellantis Group’s strategy is to design and produce its main electrification technology in-house, but also in France. For example, the cells for DS N°8’s NMC (Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt) battery aredesigned and produced in Billy-Berclau Douvrin (62, France) by ACC, a joint venture in which Stellantis is one of the founders and the largest shareholder.
DS N°8’s electric motor was designed and produced inTrémery (France) by NPE, another joint venture involving the Group.
Up to 350 hp and 750 km range
DS N°8 will be available with a choice of three 100 % electric drivetrains developing 230 hp,245 hp and 350 hp, the latter being fitted withtwo electric motors for four-wheel drive. All motors enjoy excess power that periodically gives an extra 30 hp to the FWD version – so 260 hp, 35 hp to the FWD Long Range version ‑ so 280 bhp, and 25 bhp to the AWD Long Range model ‑ so 375 bhp.
The work carried out on the car’s aerodynamics makes it possible to improve range significantly while remaining faithful to the Brand’s design and technical DNA. DS N°8 is available with achoice of two batteries. The first provides ausable capacity of 74 kWh to DS N°8 FWD (230 hp).The second, with anet capacity of 97.2 kWh, is fitted to the FWD Long Range (245 hp) and AWD Long Range (350 hp)versions. DS N°8 FWD Long Range has a range of 750 km for a consumption of 12.9 kWh/100 km (standard WLTP cycle). It also claims an impressive range of more than 500 km on the motorway (at a constant speed of 120 km/h).
DS N°8 offersfirst-rate performance, with a 0 to 100 km/h time of 5.4 seconds for the AWD Long Range version, and in 7.7 / 7.8 seconds for the FWD versions. Every DS N°8 has its top speed limited to 190 km/h.
Intelligent four-wheel drive management
On DS N°8 AWD Long Range, management of the rear electric power unit has been designed to offer the best experience for the driving mode and conditions. In ECO mode,DS N°8 uses only front-wheel drive, except in kick-down, which instantly releases all the power available to all four wheels. In Normal mode, DS N°8 AWD Long Range uses itstwo motors to maximise traction when starting off, then therear axle disconnects between 15 and 140 km/h if grip conditions allow. If necessary, the rear motor reconnects immediately. This intermittent disengagementoptimises energy efficiencyand therefore range.In Sport and AWD modes, the driver enjoys permanent four-wheel drivewith torque management specific to each program.In Sport mode, priority is given to power, while AWD mode maximises traction. The driver can monitor all driving-related information on the digital instrument display.
Easier charging and shorter stops with DS N°8
DS N°8 allows you to limit the number and duration of stops during long journeys. It is the only vehicle in its class capable oftraveling the 450 km from Paris to Lyon by motorway without having to be charged.
With amaximum charge power of 160 kW constant between 20% and 55% of the charge leveland the presence of abattery preconditioning device, it is possibleto increase charge from 20% to 80% in 27 minuteson a fast terminal. This represents200 km of range recovered in just 10 minutes.
For everyday journeys that require a shorter range,DS N°8 has an 11 kW on-board AC charger (optional 22 kW at a later date)and offers intelligent battery management. Activated from the car’s central screen or via the MyDS app, SBM (Smart Battery Management) limits the charge to 80 %, which is recommended to protect the performance and longevity of the cells.
The 11 kW and 22 kW on-board chargers will offer V2L (Vehicle to Load) functionality, for charging an external electrical device.
DS N°8 embodies energy serenity. It enjoys features that boost its range and ease of use:
Standard heat pump
This makes up an energy-saving air conditioning system in which the refrigerant is compressed, liquefied and evaporated repeatedly, to exchange heat with the outside air. Thanks to an energy-efficient heat pump,the power required to heat the cockpit is up to 40 % lower than that required by a vehicle without one. DS N°8 thus offers a higher level of comfort while conserving its batteries’ energy.
Regenerative braking and One-Pedal mode
DS N°8 is efficient in terms of aerodynamics and the technical solutions developed around its motors and batteries.In addition to traditional braking by pedal,DS N°8 offers three different modes of regenerative braking, with three different deceleration strengths (low regeneration of -0.6m/s², moderate regeneration of -1.2 m/s², and high regeneration of -1.8 m/s².
Regenerative braking starts as soon as the driver releases the accelerator pedal and its power can be adjusted by paddles on the steering wheel (left to increase regeneration and braking force, right to decrease it). DS N°8 retains the last mode used in its memory.
In addition to these different levels of regeneration, DS N°8 has aone-pedal feature. Activated via abutton on the centre console, it allows youto drive without touching the brake pedal. The driver can then enjoy regenerative braking that intensifies down to -2.5 m/s² until coming to -a complete stop.
In the following links you can read all the articles dedicated to the different aspects of the DS N°8.
- The new DS N°8
- DS N°8 showcases a spectacular light signature
- The art of travel gets a new face with DS N°8
- DS N°8 jumps another step towards respecting the environment
- DS N°8: The dynamic serenity from DS Automobiles
- Comfort and dynamic serenity of the DS N°8
- The connected services of DS N°8
- Main technical specifications of DS N°8
Source: DS Automobiles
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