What engine does the DS3 use?
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DS3 uses a 1.6L inline four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. The function of the engine is to convert the thermal energy of gasoline into mechanical energy by expanding the gas after combustion in a sealed cylinder, pushing the piston to do work. Taking the 2013 DS3 as an example, it belongs to the small car category with body dimensions of: length 3948mm, width 1715mm, height 1479mm, wheelbase 2464mm, fuel tank capacity 50L, and curb weight 1200kg. The 2013 DS3 features a MacPherson independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum horsepower of 120PS, maximum power of 88kW, maximum torque of 160Nm, paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission.