Changan PSA to manufacture Citroen DS5 in China in 2013

Gasgoo.com (Shanghai December 10) - Ever since its Chinese market debut, Changan PSA's Citroën DS series of luxury cars has garnered a lot of attention in the country. The joint venture hopes to build on those successes with future development plans. According to a report appearing in the Nanfang Daily, Changan PSA will begin domestically manufacturing the DS5 near the end of next year. Soon after, the JV will also bring over a new compact sedan to China.

The DS series made its Chinese release last year, with the DS4 and DS5 being released over the summer. The DS3 followed soon after, with the Cabrio version (pictured) making its Asian debut at the recently concluded Guangzhou International Automotive Exhibition.

The DS series' fashionable styling and exotic appeal has helped attract a great deal of attention from Chinese consumers. Furthermore, the JV has earned a great deal of praise for its extensive customer service support, known as the DS Service. According to statistics, two-thirds of DS buyers are repeat automobile buyers. The majority of those buyers already own another luxury brand vehicle, signifying that the DS name has made a notable reputation in the country's luxury car market.