Here it is, the all-new DS No.8, a true work of art and one of the most exclusive and luxurious electric limousines in the world. Within the parameters of the constantly shifting face of automotive, there is always that thrilling moment when a new model is released into the wild. As the primary consumer of metals, some segments of the automotive industry keep on challenging the standard and coming up with better, more efficient, and most of all, beautiful cars.
Well, the latest creation from the French car manufacturer, DS Automobiles is the new baby that is rocking the automotive industry! Introducing the all-new DS No.8 – a luxury saloon car that is an astonishing fusion of cutting-edge technology, innovative design and sensual comfort at its finest. It’s an incredible work of art!
To answer the question of why this car is exceptional both in terms of engineering and design it is necessary to examine the history of this automobile, the key characteristics of the car, and the inspirations of its creators.
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The Brand’s Background
DS Automobiles is an importer of an exclusive standalone French car brand, segregated from Citroën in 2014. It is the top of the Citroën, design, innovation, and craftsmanship; Citroën seeks to reinvent luxury motoring. Now, it’s under the Stellantis umbrella.
In the core of the DS’ concept is a vital combination of the French art of living, new technology, and remarkable design. This is evidenced by the latest product by the brand, the all-new DS No.8.
The Design Story
On the facet of design, the DS No.8 provides a near perfect balance of elegance and affluence married to clean aesthetic lines and sensuous contours. This car has been aimed at evoking emotions and setting fire to passion in the observer, as it was styled very, very differently than most cars.
The DS No.8 has adopted the front grille of the Citroën DS, which was initiated in the fifties and represents to the tip the French Chic. Sitting prominently on top of the grille, the chrome strip not only looks so classy it leaves the index pointing towards the car’s awesome pair of front LED headlamps. The side view of the car displays a sleek look that clearly defines an athletic stance The rear design looks plush and powerful of which we get distinct LED tail lamps that form a boomerang shape.
In the intense race of experimentation in the luxury car segment, the new DS No.8 is not only beautiful but also clearly dominating the elegance factor in the car – be it the color, a technology, etc.
Engine and Technology
But beneath this sleek appearance is a muscular and environmentally friendly vehicle. The latest of the new DS models is the DS No.8, it comes in three electric versions with the following performances: 230hp, 245hp, respectively 350hp.
The DS No. 8 also benefits from new technologies of safety and convenience, small additions maybe but give a big lift to the car. Another is the “DS Drive Assist 2.0” that being a semi-autonomous driving system allows the car to assume full control at up to 140 kilometers per hour and helps the driver at slow speeds, in traffic congestion, or in poor weather conditions.
Battery & Autonomy
For the DS No. 8, we have two battery variants:
The first provides the DS No.8 FWD (230hp) with a maximum capacity of 74 kWh.
The second variant powers the FWD LONG RANGE (245hp), respectively the AWD LONG RANGE (350hp). This battery has a capacity of 97.2 kWh and has a maximum range of 750 km.
Acceleration 0-100 = 5.4 sec ( AWD LONG RANGE – 350hp )
Top Speed = 190 km/h
Interior Comfort and Features
Undoubtedly, the main focus in any car, whether a luxury car or not, is found on the inside part. The all-new DS No 8 new-generation luxurious model goes even further in sophistication owing to its sumptuous bespoke interior that embraces the spirit of French craftsmanship in artistry. In fact, the cabin of the car is rich and boasts of fine and rich materials such as Nappa leather, brushed aluminum, and wood.
Additionally, on the DS No.8 there is also the ‘DS Smart Sense’ – a set of sensors and cameras that enhance the safety, comfort, and ergonomics of the drive. They include a Surround Rear Vision system, an Advanced Active Cruise Control system, and a Lane Departure Warning system.
Finally, the DS No.8 also provides a state-of-art infotainment system with a 12 inch touch screen that allows controlling all the aspect of the car. Simple and easy to use touch screen responsive interface allowing drivers to control navigation, multimedia system and vehicle parameters. The finest sounds comes from the Electra 3D sound system by Focal that is installed on the car.
The all-new DS No.8 does not only signify the greatest advancement in automobile engineering, instead of the dream, creativity, and craftsmanship of its makers. As you’ll see when reading on, DS No. 8 is the result of the combined efforts of the passionate engineers, designers, and artisans who work on the creation of the cars, reflecting the true spirit of DS.
The DS No.8 project leader spoke of the design of the car in these words: It means that designing a car itself is an adventure that takes place in a fascinating and thrilling world between reality and dreams, and the outcome here is this spring of fabulous automobile, which I believe encapsulates the best of the French brand DS’s imagination and craftsmanship.”
Conclusion
The new generation of the conceptual model, called DS No.8, does not deviate from this rule and is a shining example of creativity inherent in the brand. It may well be a limousine but it has all the factors that make it a work of art; design, technology, comfort wrapped in an automobile. It wasn’t only a car; that was a message of France as being a stylish, innovative, and superior nation. The new model is the luxury vehicle par excellence of the present age, a new reference point in the art of conceiving and creating an obsessively luxurious saloon car.
In essence, DS No.8 is a styled luxury innovation that can be categorized as a masterpiece in the automotive art world.
DS No.8 – Photo Gallery
