DS N°8 Türkiye ETOILE Trim Debuts With 710 km Range

DS N°8 ETOILE Arrives in Türkiye With Long Range

On September 14, Tofas announced that DS Automobiles’ all-electric flagship DS N°8 is available in Türkiye in ETOILE trim. The DS N°8 Türkiye ETOILE trim combines a 97.2 kWh net battery with a maximum driving range of up to 710 km. The Türkiye-specification model uses a 213 hp electric motor, produces 343 Nm of torque, and sends power to the front wheels. The configuration emphasizes efficiency and long-distance driving, positioning the electric flagship around extended highway travel rather than performance-focused output. The announcement establishes the ETOILE version as the available configuration for the Turkish market.

DS N°8 Delivers Up to 710 km of Range

The DS N°8 uses a 97.2 kWh net battery and can provide up to 710 km of range. At a constant speed of 120 km/h, the vehicle can deliver up to 500 km of highway driving without requiring a charging stop. This highway capability is particularly relevant to long-distance use, where sustained-speed efficiency can have a direct effect on the number of charging stops required during a journey. The Türkiye-spec model combines this range capability with a 213 hp electric motor, 343 Nm of torque, and front-wheel drive. Together, these specifications reflect a configuration designed around efficient energy use and extended travel.

Charging Adds Up to 200 km in 10 Minutes

Charging performance is another key feature of the DS N°8. When connected to a charger rated at 160 kW or higher, the vehicle can add up to 200 km of range during a 10-minute charging session. The battery can also charge from 20% to 80% in 27 minutes, with battery preconditioning helping support the charging process. These figures provide a defined charging window for drivers undertaking longer journeys. The combination of a large net battery capacity, high-power charging capability, and preconditioning is intended to reduce the time needed to restore usable range when the vehicle is stopped for charging.

European Highway Tests Demonstrate Long-Distance Capability

The DS N°8 has also demonstrated its long-distance capability in real-world European highway testing. During these tests, the model covered distances ranging from 450 km to more than 500 km without recharging. In France, Germany, Spain, and Italy, the vehicle achieved more than 500 km in testing. These results provide real-world context for the model’s stated range and highway-driving capabilities, particularly for journeys that involve extended periods of road travel. The test results also reinforce the focus on efficiency and long-distance use described for the Türkiye-specification vehicle, while the stated maximum range remains dependent on driving conditions and operating circumstances.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The Türkiye launch expands the availability of DS Automobiles’ electric flagship into another market while emphasizing range, charging speed, and highway efficiency as central attributes. For electric passenger-car buyers considering longer-distance travel, the combination of up to 710 km of stated range, up to 500 km at a constant 120 km/h, and rapid charging provides several measurable factors for evaluating usability. The 160 kW charging requirement also makes compatible high-power charging access relevant to the vehicle’s real-world convenience. The next stage will depend on customer adoption in Türkiye and how the DS N°8’s range and charging characteristics compare with other long-range electric passenger cars available to Turkish buyers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main specifications of the DS N°8 ETOILE in Türkiye?
The DS N°8 ETOILE available in Türkiye uses a 97.2 kWh net battery and offers up to 710 km of range. The Türkiye-specification model has a 213 hp electric motor, 343 Nm of torque, and front-wheel drive. At a constant 120 km/h, it can provide up to 500 km of highway driving without recharging. With a 160 kW or faster charger, a 10-minute charging session can add up to 200 km of range, while charging from 20% to 80% takes 27 minutes with battery preconditioning.