DS 5 2015–2018 car dimensions: 4530 mm long, 1871 mm wide and 1505 mm high. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard across the range. A 7-inch colour touchscreen is fitted with navigation, DAB, Bluetooth, USB and Mirror Screen supporting Apple CarPlay plus MirrorLink for Android phones. Cruise control with speed limiter comes as standard. Rear parking sensors are widely available or standard depending on market and grade, while front sensors, reversing camera and blind spot monitoring appear on higher trims such as Sport Chic or Prestige. Lane departure warning is offered via packs or higher grades.
Standard models offer 468 litres of boot space with the rear seats up. Folding the 60/40 split rear seats increases capacity to 1288 litres. Hybrid versions reduce seats-up volume to 325 litres to accommodate the battery pack.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1400-1500 kg depending on engine and transmission, with unbraked limits around 745-750 kg. Payload sits near 600 kg on most versions.
The car suits light leisure towing and everyday loads. No heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension options appear in published specs.
The cabin feels light and airy thanks to the standard three-part glass cockpit roof with electric blinds. Front seats offer good support with height adjustment as standard. higher grades or the comfort pack add multi-way electric adjustment, heating, lumbar support, massage and memory. Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard. Laminated acoustic glass on the windscreen and side windows on most grades keeps noise low. Materials include quality leather options and an aviation-inspired layout with roof switches.
Five-star Euro NCAP rating from 2011 testing.
Standard safety includes multiple airbags, ABS with EBD and EBA, ESC, hill-start assist and tyre pressure monitoring.
DS Connect Box with emergency and assistance call is standard.
Service intervals typically every 12,500 to 20,000 miles or one year depending on engine.
Fuel tank capacity around 60 litres. efficient BlueHDi diesels and Hybrid4 available.
Engines range from efficient BlueHDi diesels to a petrol THP and a Hybrid4 diesel-electric. Official combined figures show strong economy on diesels and the hybrid, with stop-start on most. Real-world use will vary with conditions and driving style.
Servicing follows manufacturer schedules based on mileage or time, often yearly or at set distances that differ slightly by engine type. Use of original parts and trained technicians is recommended. A service indicator reminds the driver when due. Warranty was typically three years with mileage limits.
Safety kit is comprehensive as standard across the range, covering airbags for front, side and curtain protection plus stability and braking aids. Optional or higher-trim extras include blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning and a reversing camera. The five-star crash rating confirms solid protection.
Living with the car means regular checks on fluids, filters and AdBlue on diesels. The puncture repair kit is standard. a spare is optional. Keep up with scheduled maintenance for reliability and to preserve the vehicle.
Length 4530 mm, Width 1871 mm, Height 1505 mm, Wheelbase 2727 mm (5 2015–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, auto-data.net and official DS/Citroën Jan 2015 technical fiche, CarsGuide, DS UK brochure.