The DS AUTOMOBILES DS3 CROSSBACK (2019-22) 5DR CROSSBACK 1.2 PURETECH 130 GPF SS EU6 BASTILLE EAT AUTO8 is a small, premium-feeling five-door SUV, aimed at buyers wanting city-friendly dimensions with a more distinctive alternative to a conventional hatchback. Its raised stance and automatic gearbox suit urban trips and everyday errands. mycarcheck.com records 24 checks covering 19 distinct vehicles, a useful snapshot rather than a complete market survey. The average private-sale valuation was £15,800, with average recorded mileage of 18,000 miles and annual mileage of 1,000. The cars checked averaged 0.58 previous keepers, pointing to relatively little recorded ownership turnover overall. Distinctive styling and a compact footprint make the DS3 Crossback well suited to commuters, couples and small households, with easier parking than larger SUVs. Its petrol engine and smooth automatic appeal against premium small crossovers such as the Audi Q2, but check condition, equipment and running costs when comparing examples.