The DS AUTOMOBILES DS3 (2016-21) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 BLUEHDI 100 DPFR SS EU6 INES DE LA FRESSANGE is a distinctive small hatchback with a premium, fashion-led image. Its three-door body and special-edition styling set it apart from more ordinary city cars, while its compact size makes it easy to manoeuvre and park around town. The mycarcheck.com sample is modest—26 checks covering 13 different vehicles—so figures are useful guides, not guarantees. Recorded cars averaged 32,000 miles and around 7,000 miles a year, with about 1.35 previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation was £9,000, offering a snapshot rather than a current price promise. The diesel suits commuting and longer journeys, also appealing to cost-conscious drivers wanting economical, stylish transport rather than maximum family space; rear access is less convenient. Against the MINI and Audi A1, the DS3 brings French flair and rare designer-edition character. Check its history and condition carefully before buying.