DS has revealed that the 7 Crossback is getting a new petrol engine in the form of the PureTech 225, which will be paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The new unit will produce 222bhp and 300Nm of torque, as well as returning a quoted economy of 48.7mpg – making it one of the best performing models in its segment, according to the French brand.
It is paired to the automatic gearbox to allow for free-wheeling at speeds between 12mph and 80mph, helping to optimise fuel consumption through an Eco mode.
The four-cylinder PureTech engine also employs equipment to help reduce pollutants and emissions. DS has added a petrol particulate filter that has a filtration effectiveness of 75 per cent, as well as using materials with greater thermal resistance and an optimised exhaust temperature management system.
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The engine joins the PureTech 180 petrol unit and the two diesel offerings – the BlueHDi 130 and 180 – with DS also introducing a 4x4 hybrid petrol-electric powertrain option in 2019.
The PureTech 225 engine will be available with the Ultra Prestige, Prestige and Performance Line trims, with prices for those models starting from £34,990.
