DS3 Racing Citroen can be ordered from September 1

The first orders for the new Citroen DS3 RACING will be conducted from September 1, 2010 to the delight motorsport fans, at a starting price of 29,990 euros. Developed by Racing Citroen, its 1.6-liter engine develops 202 hp.

Racing Citroen engineers have endorsed model Citroen DS3 and gave him a look in line with the competition department of the mark. Starting at the top of the range equipment Citroen DS3 (Sports Chic), version RACING presents exclusive features and sports. DS3 RACING Citroen has indeed 100% RACING features such as integration of carbon elements and specific equipment of world motorsport. Developed by Citroen Racing 1.6-liter engine develops 202 hp and enables it to pass through 1000 meters in 26.5 seconds. Chassis and powertrain were also subject to change. With a starting price of 29,990 euros, the first customers will be able to drive before the end.

Racing-inspired design

With a length of 3.96 m, Citroen DS3 Racing is a concentrate of sportsmanship. Citroen model incorporating stylistic codes DS3, this version differs by 100% Racing attributes such as diffuser, double exhaust pipe chrome and carbon trim for more body parts (diffuser, the blade semirigid front bar, median body belt) suggesting a strong temper and rasat. Citroen DS3 RACING has 18 inch wheels with unique design, high-tech sport. The model will be available in two colors, onyx black with orange or white ceiling with ceiling Banque gray customization stickers confirming its sporty nature.

Interior taken from the model Citroen DS3 receive the same special treatment as well as outside. Finishing the outside and carbon reproduce colors found on many elements inside and the dashboard, steering wheel, interior doors or upper quadrants board instrumentation.

RACING DS3 exclusive Citroen displays the distinctive signature on the back seat RACING Citroen and on an identification plate located on the roof lining.

An engine with a strong temper

Performance is the model guideline DS3 RACING Citroen. Its engine, developed by Citroen RACING teams benefit from the expertise of engineers mark five years of rally world champion in WRC Constructors. Starting from the 1.6 liter THP engine 150 hp, the engineers have managed to increase the power of 156-202 hp. Torque is also more generous and go from 240 Nm to 275 Nm, developed nearly 15%, but is still available for a wide range of schemes and thus ensuring flexibility and outstanding driving pleasure.

Designed for pleasure driving suspension

Citroen DS3 chassis and suspension design are the result of a study of high precision. RACING version, engineers have proposed to add intense sensations already achieved performance driving and an ongoing dialogue between driver and tread. DS3 RACING Citroen has thus all prerequisites to become a reference in terms of road behavior on its segment.

Front and rear bumpers are new and has adapted its power settings, with a 30 mm extension of the path running in front and back. Base was also reduced by 15 mm. These are changes that profoundly change behavior DS3 Citroen Sport model. More specifically, the direction was also adapted sports car's temperament. This power is easily controlled through the braking system, which in turn benefit from some improvements Racing. Front deck, enjoy the stirrups DS3 Racing 4-piston disc and specific.

All of these changes gives the DS3 Racing temperament guaranteeing emotions, sensations, dynamism and enthusiasm. Racing Citroen DS3 1.6 THP 200 hp will be sold in a limited number of copies in 1000.

Key features

Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm) 3962 x 1717 x 1443
Wheelbase (mm) 2464
THP 200 engine BV6
Type 4 cylinder / 16 valve turbocharged petrol + function
Displacement (cm3) 1598
Maximum power hp / kW at rpm 202 / 149-6000
Torque (Nm) at rpm 275 min from 2000-4500
Tires 215/40 R 18
1000 m-Off 26.5 seconds
0-100 km / h 6.5 seconds

Main equipment complement RACING DS3 DS3 Citroen Sport Chic

Carbon exterior and interior finishes
18-inch aluminum wheels with reverse technology
Electrocromă mirror
Automatic Headlights
Automatic front windscreen wipers
Rear parking sensors
Power folding mirrors
Available colors: Black Onyx / ceiling Orange => rims orange chevron grille and orange, white Banque / ceiling Gray => dull gray wheels, grille and carbon Chevron
Upholstery Maile Tram Mistral / Alcantara
Citroen Sport seats with pronounced side RACING
Paths and specific decorations

Source: http://www.citroen.com/

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