Type of DS3

[-Jake-]

I am looking into the possibility of getting a DS3 and was wondering what the best option for me to go for. I do around 6k a year so was probably thinking that a diesel wouldn't work out cost wise with the amount of mileage I do. I currently own a cooper s so was looling for something a bit more economical (insurance, fuel, tax etc). Was thinking about the 120bhp model. Also what kind of extras/options to look out for when buying a used DS3? Thanks...

[Jimbob]

Welcomes.

Bite the bullit and get the THP - you know you want to

Jimbob

[-Jake-]

Wouldn't that just have similar running costs to now, trying to save money.

[Chris_Blue]

Wouldn't that just have similar running costs to now, trying to save money.

You'd have masses of fun
CBLUE

[ZACK]

120 VTi is boring, the THP will have lower tax, lower insurance and higher MPG than your Cooper S

[-Jake-]

What is the tax for the thp and what kind of mpg are people getting?

[BeefMasta]

What is the tax for the thp and what kind of mpg are people getting?

Tax is £120 for 12 months. I usually get 38-45mpg depending on the journey and how "spirited" I drive.

The THP should be a lower insurance group than the Cooper S too (assuming you have the petrol version).

[Chris_Blue]

Tax for my THP is £170 per annum
You can get round 44mpg with a mix of town and motorway driving (Motorway 70mph average)
Just town driving and MPG figures arent good
CBLUE

[BeefMasta]

Tax for my THP is £170 per annum
CBLUE

Yeah should have said, mine is the the THP 155 with lower CO2 emissions, putting it in the slightly lower tax bracket. 139 g/km rather than the THP 150 at 155 g/km (Chris').

[Chris_Blue]

Ah well.....£50....one slight slip of the pen on an expense claim (My little joke)
CBLUE

[-Jake-]

Yeah was wondering why there was 2 different prices. Yeah got a 53 cooper s and usually get about 32 with mostly town driving and some dual carriage ways. Tax is £160 for six months!!!!!

[BeefMasta]

Yeah was wondering why there was 2 different prices. Yeah got a 53 cooper s and usually get about 32 with mostly town driving and some dual carriage ways. Tax is £160 for six months!!!!!

SIX MONTHS! Madness! Get a THP 155, you'll love it and save loads on running costs

[Chris_Blue]

In all honesty though- If running costs are paramount to you- get the smallest petrol one you can get
Not my job to sell you a particular model- just suggest to you that if you want to move quicker than a cat thats just had its dinner when you press the pedal, the bigger the engine the better.
Why not hire one for a week and see how you get on?
CBLUE

[ZACK]

In all honesty though- If running costs are paramount to you- get the smallest petrol one you can get

Oh you mean the suicide-inducing new 1.2 VTi ?

*Spew*

[Chris_Blue]

Oh you mean the suicide-inducing new 1.2 VTi ?
*Spew*

Each to their own- The DS3 has several models so that everyone can take their choice
Thats the beauty of the DS3- and then colour schemes galore
I'm sure the 1.2Vti will get a lot of punters- Citroen wouldnt be doing it otherwise
And if thats what people want- then good for them
Just cos u n me want something feisty doesnt mean everyone does
CBLUE