2020 DS eight Flagship Begins Testing In Europe Forward Of Launch Subsequent 12 months
Sedans are nonetheless an enormous deal (the longer the higher) in China, and an upstart luxurious model like PSA’s DS Cars can’t afford to overlook alternatives on the earth’s largest automotive market.
Earlier this yr we introduced you two photos that exposed the design of the upcoming DS eight premium fastback sedan and now we will present you the primary spy pictures of the brand new mannequin taken in Europe.
Spied present process sizzling climate testing in southern Spain, the DS eight is absolutely wrapped in camouflage, but doesn’t appear to characteristic any padding to disguise its form. This implies we’re coping with the ultimate manufacturing bodywork, and the identical goes for the finalized headlights and taillights.
Moreover, the design of the lights and the hexagonal form of the grille are in line with the pictures that got here from China earlier this yr. Whereas there’s little doubt relating to this mannequin’s id, we will solely make assumptions relating to its presence in Europe.
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DS Cars has not confirmed but that the flagship sedan will likely be supplied in Europe, however the truth that testing takes place within the area suggests the DS eight will turn out to be out there for European prospects following its debut in China.
The DS eight is constructed on PSA’s EMP2 platform that additionally underpins the Peugeot 508 — together with the 508 L long-wheelbase model. Talking of the 508 L, the DS eight is anticipated to share the identical 2,848 mm (112 in) wheelbase with the China-only mannequin, providing beneficiant legroom and knee room for rear passengers.
DS’ flagship sedan will due to this fact measure round four.9 meters (193 inches) in size, making it just like different long-wheelbase premium sedans offered in China by European carmakers: the Audi A4 L, BMW three Sequence Li, Jaguar XE L, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class L. This implies the DS eight won’t go in opposition to govt saloons such because the Audi A6 L, BMW 5 Sequence Li, Jaguar XF L, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class L.
The DS eight will first launch in China (the place it’ll even be constructed) later this yr, with a possible European debut anticipated in 2020. European-spec fashions ought to supply a spread of gasoline and diesel engines, in addition to a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
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