The new DS 3 Crossback compact SUV is now available to order from dealerships, priced from £21,550.

DS Automobiles' latest addition launches with a choice of petrol and diesel engines and the promise of a fully-electric (EV) E-Tense version which is set to arrive in UK showrooms before the end of the year.

The first DS 3 Crossbacks will arrive in UK dealerships in May.

DS said in a statement that the DS 3 Crossback is both "a city car and a long-distance road car" which stands out with features such as Matrix LED headlights and flush door handles that deploy automatically.

Standard specification on the entry-level Elegance model includes parking sensors, keyless start, a seven-inch touchscreen, DAB and lane keeping assist.

Performance Line models feature a range of sportier styling details and alcantara seats.

Prestige adds climate control, automatic windscreen wiper activation, a 10-inch HD infotainment screen, sat-nav and leather upholstery.

Range-topping Ultra Prestige trim provides a head-up display, proximity keyless entry, matrix LED headlights, blind-spot monitor, reversing camera and heated front seats with massage function.

A launch edition, called La Premiere, includes the DS Drive Assist package, which features active cruise control.

The engine line-up consists of three petrol and one diesel. Power outputs from the 1.2-litre PureTech range from 101PS to 155PS. The diesel produces 102PS.

Model	Price
La Premier
PureTech 130 Automatic	£32,450
PureTech 155 Automatic	£33,950
Ultra Prestige
PureTech 130 Automatic	£30,950
PureTech 155 Automatic	£32,450
Prestige
PureTech 100 Manual	£24,950
PureTech 130 Automatic	£27,950
PureTech 155 Automatic	£29,450
BlueHDi 100 Manual	£27,100
PERFORMANCE Line
PureTech 100 Manual	£22,950
PureTech 130 Automatic	£25,950
PureTech 155 Automatic	£27,450
BlueHDi 100 Manual	£25,100
Elegance
PureTech 100 Manual	£21,550
PureTech 130 Automatic	£24,550
BlueHDi 100 Manual	£23,700