DS N°8 FWD
Expected from June 2025
£50,000 *Price from
74.0 kWhUseable Battery
265 mi *Real Range
279 Wh/mi *Efficiency
This electric vehicle is not available yet
Specifications with an * are estimates.Price from * £50,000
| Availability | Expected |
| Available to order from * | June 2025 |
| Available to order until | - |
Lease (BCH) from * £675 pcm
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge * | £0 |
| Insurance Group | N/A |
Real Range Estimation between 190 - 380 mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 255 mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 190 mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 220 mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 380 mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 245 mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 300 mi |
Performance
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph | 7.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 118 mph |
| Electric Range * | 265 mi |
| Total Power | 191 kW (256 hp) |
| Total Torque | 254 lb-ft |
| Drive | Front |
Battery
| Nominal Capacity * | 77.0 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V |
| Warranty Period | No Data |
| Warranty Mileage | No Data |
| Useable Capacity | 74.0 kWh |
| Cathode Material | No Data |
| Pack Configuration | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | No Data |
| Form Factor | No Data |
| Name / Reference | No Data |
Charging
Home / Destination
| Charge Port | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge Power † | 11 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->265 mi) † | 8 hours |
| Charge Speed † | 33 mph |
Rapid Charging
| Charge Port | CCS |
| Port Location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 160 kW DC |
| Charge Power (10-80%) | 100 kW DC |
| Charge Time (26->212 mi) | 33 min |
| Charge Speed | 330 mph |
| Autocharge Supported | Yes |
Plug & Charge
| Plug & Charge Supported | Yes |
| Supported Protocol | ISO 15118-2 |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
| V2L Supported | Yes |
| Max. Output Power | 3.3 kW AC |
| Exterior Outlet(s) | No Data |
| Interior Outlet(s) | - |
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
| V2H via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2H via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
| V2G via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2G via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
| Range * | 265 mi |
| Vehicle Consumption * | 279 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * | 145 mpg |
WLTP Ratings
| Range | 355 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 208 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 208 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 195 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 194 mpg |
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 195 - 389 Wh/mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 290 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 389 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 336 Wh/mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 195 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 302 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 247 Wh/mi |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | 4834 mm |
| Width | 1920 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 2099 mm |
| Height | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) | 2132 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | No Data |
| Max. Payload | No Data |
| Cargo Volume | 620 L |
| Cargo Volume Max | No Data |
| Cargo Volume Frunk | No Data |
| Roof Load | 80 kg |
| Tow Hitch Possible | Yes |
| Towing Weight Unbraked | No Data |
| Towing Weight Braked | 1460 kg |
| Vertical Load Max | No Data |
Miscellaneous
| Seats | 5 people |
| Isofix | Yes |
| Turning Circle | No Data |
| Platform | STLA MEDIUM |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Car Body | SUV |
| Segment | JD - Large |
| Roof Rails | No |
| Heat pump (HP) | Yes |
| HP Standard Equipment | Yes |
Company Car Tax Indication
Financial Year 2025-26
| BIK Tax Rate | 3% |
| P11D Value from * | £49,945 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) * | £1,498 |
| BIK @ 20% * | £25 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% * | £50 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% * | £56 pcm |
Financial Year 2026-27
| BIK Tax Rate | 4% |
| P11D Value from * | £49,945 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) * | £1,998 |
| BIK @ 20% * | £33 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% * | £67 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% * | £75 pcm |
Financial Year 2027-28
| BIK Tax Rate | 1% |
| P11D Value from * | £49,945 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) * | £499 |
| BIK @ 20% * | £8 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% * | £17 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% * | £19 pcm |
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Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the DS N°8 FWD. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
| Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
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| Standard 11.0 kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 38 hours | 7 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 23h45m | 11 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 11h45m | 23 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 8 hours | 33 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | 8 hours | 33 mph |
| Optional 22.0kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 38 hours | 7 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 23h45m | 11 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 11h45m | 23 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 8 hours | 33 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x32A | 22 kW † | 4 hours | 66 mph |
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the DS N°8 FWD.
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
- Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
| Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
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| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 45 kW † | 73 min | 150 mph |
| CCS (100 kW DC) | 100 kW | 80 kW † | 41 min | 270 mph |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 150 kW | 95 kW † | 34 min | 320 mph |
| CCS (175 kW DC) | 160 kW † | 100 kW † | 33 min | 330 mph |
| CCS (350 kW DC) | 160 kW † | 100 kW † | 33 min | 330 mph |
| This vehicle supports Autocharge |
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| This vehicle supports Plug & Charge |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
DS Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the DS N°8 FWD. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
- Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
- Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
- Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
- Time: time needed for charging session
| DS Claimed Specifications |
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| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
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| 160 kW | 20 % | 80 % | 27 min |
All about the DS N°8 FWD
Pricing
The DS N°8 FWD has an estimated On The Road Price (OTR) of £50,000. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The DS N°8 FWD is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the DS N°8 FWD is 191 kW (256 hp). The maximum torque is 254 lb-ft. The DS N°8 FWD is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 7.7 seconds. The top speed is 118 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the DS N°8 FWD has an estimated total capacity of 77 kWh. The usable capacity is 74 kWh. An estimated range of about 265 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 190 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 380 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 8 hours. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 11 hours 45 minutes and a charge rate of 23 mph. An optional on-board charger with a maximum power of 22.0 kW is available. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 4 hours. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 38 hours.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 160 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 100 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 35 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 185 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the DS N°8 FWD is about 279 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 145 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 389 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 195 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The DS N°8 FWD emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from DS
The link below will open the page of the N°8 on the official DS site.