Key facts
Most reliable
DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023)
Extra caution2.0/5
Least reliable
DS DS 7 Crossback / DS 7 I (2017-)
Extra caution2.0/5
Cheapest to buy
DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023)
Extra cautionfrom €12,000
Cheapest to run
DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023)
Extra caution≈ €377/month
Used DS ranking
Extra cautionPhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
DS DS 3 Crossback
since 2019 · Petrol, Diesel, Electric
- Estimated monthly cost
- €377/month
Extra cautionPhoto: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
DS DS 7 Crossback / DS 7
since 2017 · Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
- Estimated monthly cost
- €558/month
DS engines
Engines fitted to the DS models we analysed, from most to least reliable.
- PSA / Stellantis 2.0 BlueHDi (DW10F)
Diesel · 3 known faults
Good choice, check first4.5/5 - Stellantis 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Diesel · 1 known fault
Good choice, check first4.5/5 - Stellantis 1.2 PureTech (EB2)
Petrol · 2 known faults
Buy with care3.5/5 - PSA-BMW 1.6 THP / PureTech 180-225 (Prince, EP6)
Petrol · 6 known faults
Extra caution2.5/5
Frequently asked questions
What is the most reliable used DS?
Among the models we analysed, the DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023) has the best reliability score: 2.0/5, calculated from its known, sourced faults.
Which used DS models should you avoid?
No model we analysed is rated "Avoid" or "Poor reliability". The lowest score is the DS DS 7 Crossback / DS 7 I (2017-) (2.0/5): check its known faults before buying.
Which used DS should you buy on a small budget?
The DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023) is the cheapest to buy among the models we analysed: from €12,000 according to our price surveys. The lowest all-in monthly cost is the DS DS 3 Crossback I (devenue DS 3 en 2023): about €377 per month at 12,000 km a year.
Which DS engines are reliable?
Among the engines we analysed, the PSA / Stellantis 2.0 BlueHDi (DW10F) has the best reliability score (4.5/5) and the PSA-BMW 1.6 THP / PureTech 180-225 (Prince, EP6) the lowest (2.5/5).
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the DS (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
