Some hatchbacks are boxes on wheels. This isn’t one of them. The DS 3 takes all the practicality of a small city car, stirs in a dash of French flair, and finishes it off with the sort of styling that makes you glance back every time you lock it. Under the bonnet, the 1.6 BlueHDi diesel is clever and frugal — up to 78 mpg if you’re sensible — yet it still has enough punch to make the daily commute feel less like a trudge and more like a quick detour through Paris. Thanks to Euro 6 compliance, it’s also ULEZ-friendly, so London’s Clean Air Zone cameras will just wave you through. Inside, the Chic trim lives up to its name: comfortable seats, quality materials, and all the essentials at your fingertips. It’s light, nimble, and genuinely fun to drive — a proper antidote to boring small cars. The Numbers That Matter Economy: up to ~78 mpg combined ULEZ: Euro 6 diesel — fully compliant Insurance Group: typically Group 16 (cheap to insure for the style on offer) Cost New: around £14,500 when launched Why Buy This DS 3? Because life’s too short for dull hatchbacks. The DS 3 is stylish, economical, and practical — with running costs that make sense and looks that stand out. This isn’t just another small diesel. This is the DS 3 — chic, clever, and full of character.