When to replace the Citroen DS3 timing belt

The Citroën DS3 is a compact and sporty model which had to win customers from Mini. This model came with both petrol and diesel engines. Below is an overview of the timing belt replacement intervals. If you don't know which engine your car has, you can enter the license plate number below.

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Petrol variants produced between 2010 and 2015

  • Citroen DS3 1.2 VTi 60 kW = 175 000 KM or after a maximum of 10 years. 
  • Citroen DS3 1.2 THP 81 kW = 175 000 KM or after a maximum of 10 years. 
  • Citroen DS3 1.4 VTi 70 kW = Timing chain, check and replace if necessary after 10 years.
  • Citroen DS3 1.6 VTi 88 kW = Timing chain, check and replace if necessary after 10 years.
  • Citroen DS3 1.6 THP 115 kW = Timing chain, check and replace if necessary after 10 years.
  • Citroen DS3 1.6 Racing 147 and 152 kW = Timing chain, check and replace if necessary after 10 years.

Diesel Variants produced between 2010 and 2015

  • Citroen DS3 1.6 HDI and BleuHDI = 175 000 KM or after a maximum of 10 years. 
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