The DS AUTOMOBILES DS3 (2016-21) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.2 PURETECH 110 SS EU6 PRESTIGE EAT AUTO6 is a premium-leaning, three-door small hatchback, aimed at buyers wanting more style and polish than a basic city car. It suits urban streets and everyday UK driving, while remaining compact and easy to park. mycarcheck.com has recorded 221 checks covering 95 distinct VINs, giving a useful snapshot of cars shoppers have researched. Those records show an average private-sale valuation of £7,000 and average mileage of 40,000; annual mileage averages 7,000. Cars had around 2.2 previous keepers on average, so check each vehicle’s own history. Prestige trim and its six-speed automatic suit commuters and couples seeking a comfortable, distinctive runabout, though three doors are less convenient for rear-seat access. The 1.2-litre petrol engine feels lively in everyday driving, while the DS3’s individual styling sets it apart from rivals such as the MINI and other mainstream small hatchbacks.