Stellantis is preparing a new generation of lithium-ion batteries for its electric vehicles, with the DS Nº8 crossover set to receive a mid-range 86 kWh battery option offering 600-650 km of range by mid-2027.
Key Details:
- The DS Nº8 has been on sale in Spain for over a year as a fully electric luxury crossover
- A new medium-range battery (86 kWh) is currently being tested in production models, positioned between the existing 79.9 kWh and 101 kWh options
- The standard equipment now includes a 22 kWh onboard charger as standard, reducing AC charging times
- The new battery variant will deliver an estimated 600-650 km range with a single electric motor producing 245 CV
- Stellantis is responding to competitive pressure from Chinese EV manufacturers and European rivals like Mercedes’ new CLA electric sedan
Why It Matters: European automakers are accelerating battery technology and range improvements to remain competitive against Chinese manufacturers in the growing electric vehicle market.
Source: motor.es