Citroën DS: generations and engines
The Citroën DS was built from 1955 to 1975 in 7 generations, with 23 engine versions in our catalog (sedan, convertible, station wagon). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1955–1975
Generations7
Engine versions23
Power75–130 hp
Body stylesSedan, Convertible, Station wagon
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Citroën DS generations
- 1955–1962
Citroën DS I
Engines below - 1960–1964
- 1962–1967
- 1965–1967
Citroën DS II Cabriolet Chapron
Engines below - 1967–1975
- 1968–1971
- 1972–1975
Citroën DS Break
Engines below
Specs
Citroën DS engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Citroën DS I1955–1962 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 (75 hp) | 1955–1961 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 101 lb-ft (137 Nm) | 90 mph (145 km/h) | ||
| 19 (83 hp) | 1961–1962 | Gasoline | 83 hp (61 kW) | 105 lb-ft (142 Nm) | 98 mph (158 km/h) |
Citroën DS II Cabriolet Chapron1965–1967 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 (100 hp) | 1965–1967 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 121 lb-ft (164 Nm) |
Citroën DS Break1972–1975 · 1 engine version
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 (115 hp) | 1972–1975 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 135 lb-ft (183 Nm) | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used Citroën DS
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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