2018 DS 3 Black Lezard

DS 3 BLACK LÉZARD: SLIP INTO SOMETHING STYLISH THIS SPRING

•DS Automobiles is launching a new boutique Limited Edition that goes on sale in February
•DS 3 Black Lézard is uniquely-distinguished by its hand-finished roof effect inspired by reptile skin and also comes with an exclusive leather and Black Lézard-style clutch bag/wallet
•With its tactile and chic appearance, this fashionable car takes the brand's promise to design collectable, limited edition models to the next level
•To enhance its rarity, only 100 of the avant-garde models will be available in the ÚK, priced at £19,545 OTR

DS 3 Black Lézard Limited Edition is now available to order. Inspired by the latest trends in fashion and Parisian chic style, and reinforcing the unique personality that has become an appealing characteristic of DS 3.

2018 DS 3 Black Lezard

With a unique reptile skin-effect roof that has been hand-finished by the specialist DS team to give the vehicle a distinctive appearance, DS 3 Black Lézard also includes a tailor-made leather and Black Lézard-style clutch bag, available to DS customers with the delivery of their new car.

'From a style perspective we wanted to create an element of the car that would be unique in its appearance. We were inspired by the world of fashion, haute couture and leather goods to create DS 3 Black Lézard.' Thierry Metroz, DS Styling Director DS Automobiles.

'The opportunity to personalise DS 3 reflects the values of the DS brand. With DS 3 Black Lézard we have fused heritage and intense style by featuring a roof that draws inspiration from the beauty of reptile skin. The 3D effect also provides a very modern look.' Eric Apode, DS Automobiles Products and Business Development VP.

Attention-to-detail is a DS hallmark: the 'Lézard' custom texture features on the roof panel, but also on the top edges of the doors and rear spoiler too. To further enhance the elegant appearance of this distinctive vehicle, the choice of body colours includes Perla Nera Black, Platinum Grey, Ink Blue and Whisper Purple. The enhanced specification includes DS LED Vision headlights, 17-inch black diamond-cut alloy wheels and gloss-black 'A pillars' to add to the exclusive style of DS 3 Black Lézard. The inside is adorned with Basalt Black leather upholstery and a gloss-black dashboard to complete the stylish environment.

DS 3 Black Lézard Limited Edition includes many extra features (over its nearest comparable model, the DS 3 Connected Chic trim level):

Exterior Style
•Black reptile skin-effect roof
•17-inch black diamond-cut 'Aphrodite' alloy wheels
•Gloss-black A pillars
•Black exterior door mirrors with a chrome base

Lighting and Visibility
•DS LED Vision – Xenon headlights
•Electrically heated and folding door mirrors
•Auto-dimming electro chrome rear view mirror

Comfort and Convenience
•Automatic lights and windscreen wipers

Interior Features
•Basalt Black leather upholstery
•Gloss-black dashboard
•Leather steering wheel
•Leather gear knob
•Exclusive leather and Black Lézard-style clutch bag/wallet

DS 3 Black Lézard is available only with the award-winning and best-selling PureTech 110 S&S engine, with manual gearbox, priced at £19,545 OTR.

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About DS Automobiles

A French brand born in Paris, DS was officially founded on 1 June 2014. Its ambition is to embody French luxury know-how in its cars. Driven by its outstanding heritage and avant-garde spirit, DS perpetuates the values of innovation and distinction of the first DS, launched in 1955.

Designed for customers looking for a means to express themselves as individuals, the DS Collection comprises DS 3, DS 3 CABRIO, DS 4, DS 4 CROSSBACK, DS 4S*, DS 5, DS 5LS*, DS 6* (* Chinese market only), together with DS 7 CROSSBACK. The Collection features cars that stand apart through their avant-garde design, refinement and attention-to-detail features, advanced technologies and peace-of-mind at the wheel.

Presented at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, DS 7 CROSSBACK, the SÚV by DS with innovation and know-how from Paris, ushers in the second generation of DS models. Committed to high-performance hybrid and electric cars, the Brand will be launching DS 7 CROSSBACK equipped with E-TENSE, the hybrid by DS, in 2019.

All DS products are available from DS Stores and DS Salons. DS also has a flagship store, DS WORLD PARIS and a DS ÚRBAN STORE in the ÚK, located in the Westfield London shopping centre in White City. DS also delivers a brand experience that goes beyond the products to include ONLY YOÚ, a collection of exclusive services showcased at the 2016 Paris Motor Show.

DS also supports year-round artistic and cultural activities on the themes of fashion, design, art and gastronomy, respecting and inspired by the values of the DS line. In the ÚK DS Automobiles is a sponsor of Sky Arts and with gastronomy has Pascal Aussignac as its ÚK DS brand Ambassador linked to participation and sponsorship at Events-in-the-Sky.

Source - DS Automobiles