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Frankfurt preview: Citroen Revolte Concept

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3ElqjU2zPjTKb7ueiFrD33xRImtZaFUYRwq6-7hXnT4nWIzX51IOuHE4L54obZRhprUHDfG-_ZqxLUhLmT0yM0etHmT93lH9A4YoqYBU2aHXCy6pscCQIESmYI_w8wgYK4-3FE96ldWw/s1600-h/9978284.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379763600080250450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3ElqjU2zPjTKb7ueiFrD33xRImtZaFUYRwq6-7hXnT4nWIzX51IOuHE4L54obZRhprUHDfG-_ZqxLUhLmT0yM0etHmT93lH9A4YoqYBU2aHXCy6pscCQIESmYI_w8wgYK4-3FE96ldWw/s400/9978284.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a> Citroen is now increasingly looking like it will bring back the 2CV badge after these concept pictures were leaked. The original 2CV came into being in 1949 as a compact, economy car. Previous concept shots of this car, whose name is now officially revealed as the Revolte Concept, appeared on Facebook under the name Nouveau C3 and were later released as official teasers. Speculation began around what exactly it would be and eventually the 2CV was named as a strong possibility. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiiRi4G4oKDyRMmVEfnh1kGU_hxH2rmhVmnLM2ihF94ZhCzR9lIfVguAVr45-jjPtfV1yGo6PM3CjdN34GwqaNB_Ary7rrcs2erDR7dVm8PH_UyY0hPf5qIc1DNC6gJrDOgIMyNBCGSek/s1600-h/9224070.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379763114087154274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiiRi4G4oKDyRMmVEfnh1kGU_hxH2rmhVmnLM2ihF94ZhCzR9lIfVguAVr45-jjPtfV1yGo6PM3CjdN34GwqaNB_Ary7rrcs2erDR7dVm8PH_UyY0hPf5qIc1DNC6gJrDOgIMyNBCGSek/s400/9224070.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a> The rear window is integrated with the roof and the two blend like one piece of two-tone sheet metal. Tailpipes are not visible but where they would normally be are two air dams separated by what seems like an air diffuser. The interior is very sculptured and futuristic with seats that look like they were plucked out of a Klingon space ship. The front passenger seat actually faces backwards. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1eEKcuCwz9zPWeuDDiozqDTUlSG1Ykc2EPk-hFJr0mHofehhE1Fqhboat-dgqm1TzB5bo7cpqmBXzJ3ASd-ng0wONswYVqS8Fnd_owoFC3mFWSF3bGovhhHaIWhuZvDWpMuU3iQipVNY/s1600-h/4949292.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379763259535033618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1eEKcuCwz9zPWeuDDiozqDTUlSG1Ykc2EPk-hFJr0mHofehhE1Fqhboat-dgqm1TzB5bo7cpqmBXzJ3ASd-ng0wONswYVqS8Fnd_owoFC3mFWSF3bGovhhHaIWhuZvDWpMuU3iQipVNY/s400/4949292.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a> The concept looks like a premium sporting hatch which could share some underpinnings with the Citroën DS3. Its front end features the company's updated grille, small headlights and a honeycomb lower face. As previously speculated there are four doors but the rear set are the rearward opening suicide types. When wide open or completely closed they reveal a flat C-like shape which is appropriate for the car. We don't know what size wheels are fitted yet but the tyres have the name Michelin on them. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiiRi4G4oKDyRMmVEfnh1kGU_hxH2rmhVmnLM2ihF94ZhCzR9lIfVguAVr45-jjPtfV1yGo6PM3CjdN34GwqaNB_Ary7rrcs2erDR7dVm8PH_UyY0hPf5qIc1DNC6gJrDOgIMyNBCGSek/s1600-h/9224070.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Hv5Fje_eFZPrXns1fqnjNafo7ssXassttjEpU36UtzncNeBIc7iuILZov090Ibh_uyKO22KeH-UvYzXTM6xR18bHUZhpSXQE3tXzW4HayaQorfgMQ-RYCl9g7Lu_FoYRLZfPkuvqxfI/s1600-h/738393.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379763361248049698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Hv5Fje_eFZPrXns1fqnjNafo7ssXassttjEpU36UtzncNeBIc7iuILZov090Ibh_uyKO22KeH-UvYzXTM6xR18bHUZhpSXQE3tXzW4HayaQorfgMQ-RYCl9g7Lu_FoYRLZfPkuvqxfI/s400/738393.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a> Citroën will surely unveil the Revolte at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week and hopefully share some more details about it. <a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109090921611/citroen-revolte-concept-breaks-cover/lowphotos#13">More Photos</a>

Frankfurt preview: Citroen Revolte Concept

Citroen is now increasingly looking like it will bring back the 2CV badge after these concept pictures were leaked. The original 2CV came in...

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New Citroen C3 - The Visiodrive

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxVif5pi8D61TsDsrVz-DgZciHqvFjdJKriuSqxbMbLoub9AkjbLZw0Qj_OvhXaY5RJ12fe7MWoZpvrbkasgz5cyqscNNkC8ljL4b9WQ4OoFIcmAPlkWOJHE-Ur2c9NdsefgSNJgrpUE0/s1600-h/2010_Citroen-C3_00.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378648437737192562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxVif5pi8D61TsDsrVz-DgZciHqvFjdJKriuSqxbMbLoub9AkjbLZw0Qj_OvhXaY5RJ12fe7MWoZpvrbkasgz5cyqscNNkC8ljL4b9WQ4OoFIcmAPlkWOJHE-Ur2c9NdsefgSNJgrpUE0/s400/2010_Citroen-C3_00.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 260px;" /></a> CITROËN has an ambitious objective with the new CITROËN C3: to renew a best-selling car that has sold in more than 2 million units. Frédéric Banzet, Managing Director of CITROËN, said, “This is a major launch for the Marque and gives us the means to achieve our ambition of further increasing market share, with both private and professional customers.” <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNyZuJumf0V5zKq2scNUBzof9nD2cIEXblWeAOXxRSKn_LJ88lTQuv59eCPnFQEn2acztZdWyvgtHF0-iNdR2W3yCCI-fHqkCqdNX4f8m2_EqYmlztXYTUCgTFaMzHequaH2EXQptGPvE/s1600-h/2010_Citroen-C3_01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378648367483963890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNyZuJumf0V5zKq2scNUBzof9nD2cIEXblWeAOXxRSKn_LJ88lTQuv59eCPnFQEn2acztZdWyvgtHF0-iNdR2W3yCCI-fHqkCqdNX4f8m2_EqYmlztXYTUCgTFaMzHequaH2EXQptGPvE/s400/2010_Citroen-C3_01.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" /></a> To do so, CITROËN has taken the best of the C3 and moved it up a notch. The brand’s new ‘Visiodrive’ has what it takes to succeed: * a unique, prestigious personality, with tauter styling and high-quality fit and finish that sets a new standard in the segment; * intelligent architecture for unrivalled interior space, while remaining one of the most compact cars on the market, with exterior dimensions that buck today’s trend of ‘always more’ without actually having less; * astonishing and responsible road behaviour, with overall performance improved in terms of driving pleasure and ride comfort, in town and out on the open road. Fuel consumption is controlled for all powertrains and accompanied by an ambitious CO2 reduction programme. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="280" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/6848936.jpg" width="400" /> </center> With these segment-beating features, the new CITROÂN C3 becomes a leading choice as main family car or core fleet vehicle. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="299" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/2465980.jpg" width="400" /> </center> But the new C3 does more than that. With its Zenith windscreen, itis unique. Boosting brightness and visibility, it brings ”Visiodrive‘ passengers an all-new motoring experience. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3 next generation" height="288" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/1847514.jpg" width="400" /> </center> With the new C3, CITROËN opens the door to a new automotive world, one where reason and responsibility go hand in hand with new motoring pleasures. And new emotions.“ Vincent Besson, Director of Products and Markets Strategy, CITROËN. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="295" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/5292583.jpg" width="400" /> </center> New C3 will be manufactured in France at the Aulnay and Poissy production sites and be launched from November 2009. Source:Citroen via:<a href="http://www.thaiautomaxx.com/2009/09/new-citroen-c3-visiodrive.html">thaiautomaxx</a>

New Citroen C3 - The Visiodrive

CITROËN has an ambitious objective with the new CITROËN C3: to renew a best-selling car that has sold in more than 2 million units. Frédéric...

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Citroën celebrates 90 years of ‘Créative Technologie’ with limited ed C3 Picasso

<center><img alt="" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-3957" height="247" src="http://www.contracthireandleasing.com/car-leasing-news/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/c3-picasso-special-ed-20092.jpg" style="border: 0px none ; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" title="" width="400" /></center> For customers, the celebrations start with a production run of 150 limited edition C3 Picassos, equipped with over £1,000 of free options. Available in one of Citroën’s signature colours - White, Red or Black - the new C3 Picasso 90th Anniversary model, based on the Exclusive trim level, is powered by Citroën’s ultra economical 1.6HDi 16V 110hp engine and features automatic air-conditioning, automatic headlamps and wipers and smart 16” alloy wheels. This limited edition also boasts free extra equipment like Citroën’s new integrated MyWay colour satellite navigation system with Bluetooth® connectivity and part-leather upholstery. There’s even a special ‘90 Years’ commemorative badge on the centre console to mark the occasion. Priced at just £15,595 - the same as the 1.6HDi 110hp Exclusive - the C3 Picasso 90th Anniversary model is also available with 0 per cent finance over 3 years. Gary Savage, Citroën UK’s Managing Director commented: “Our 90th Anniversary celebrations provide us with an opportunity to communicate on one of our major brand assets - our heritage. It is our intention to further improve the brands appeal by featuring our history, our design credentials, our success in world rallying and our award winning range of vehicles in our future marketing to underline the pedigree of the Citroën marque. This new TV ad. says it all!” …<a href="http://www.contracthireandleasing.com/car-leasing-news/index.php/2009/07/31/citroen-celebrates-90-years-of-creative-technologie-with-limited-ed-c3-picasso/">continue reading</a>

Citroën celebrates 90 years of ‘Créative Technologie’ with limited ed C3 Picasso

For customers, the celebrations start with a production run of 150 limited edition C3 Picassos, equipped with over £1,000 of free options. A...

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GTbyCITROEN supercar concept video driving in London

<center><object height="290" width="400"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/IqCfmviil7g"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/IqCfmviil7g" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" height="290" width="400"></embed></object></center> A new promotional video was released last week showing the GTbyCITROEN concept cruising around the streets of London. You may recall that Citroen executive Vincent Besson told members of the media attending the Geneva Motor Show that the car will be produced in a limited edition of no more than 20 units. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept in London" height="244" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/5830145.jpg" width="400" /> </center> In this video, we see the proposed supercar just as much as we see stupified onlookers. Needless to say, you do not often get the chance to see a production version of a car specifically designed for a videogame. Takumi Yamamoto, of Style Citroen, created the 4.96 meter long exterior of the car while working with his friend, Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi. The car will be featured in Gran Turismo 5, a videogame that may be released for the Sony Playstation this winter. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept at 24 Hours of Le Mans" height="238" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/1834308.jpg" width="400" /> </center> We would not be surprised to see Ford win the bid for these engines, as PSA Peugeot Citroen already has a cooperative agreement on four different sets of common rail diesel engines. Using Ford engines could keep relations positive between the two companies. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept in London" height="603" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/2472193.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Those details have changed a bit since March. Autocar is reporting that Besson officially gave the car a greenlight. Production will initially be limited to just six, with an expected retail price in the £1.1 million range. Expect the car to keep it's carbon fiber body and less-than-common interior. While we don't mind the copper trim, we get much more excited about the driver-side switches, and the F1-inspired steering wheel. Expect the car to recieve a 500+ horsepower V8 engine provided by an American automaker. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept in London" height="260" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/3683182.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Instead of looking for the car virtually, you can check out the actual GTbyCITROEN at Goodwood from July 3rd to the 5th. The current version of the car will attempt the 1.16 mile-long Goodwood Hill six times during the weekend. Meanwhile, the first look at the final production model will take place at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept in London" height="609" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/5177454.jpg" width="400" /> </center> <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept in London" height="245" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/391211.jpg" width="400" /> </center> <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept at 24 Hours of Le Mans" height="246" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/4329395.jpg" width="400" /> </center> via:<a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109063020213/gtbycitroen-supercar-concept-video-driving-in-london">worldcarfans</a>

GTbyCITROEN supercar concept video driving in London

A new promotional video was released last week showing the GTbyCITROEN concept cruising around the streets of London. You may recall that C...

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Frankfurt Motor Show; 2010 Citroen C3 unveiled

<center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="280" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/6848936.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Citroen has decided to officially reveal the new Citroen C3 months before its scheduled Frankfurt Motor Show debut. The new generation C3 is far more aggressive than previous model which was literally an egg! It is pretty funky as all Citroens are, but because of some nice detailing it looks very elegant, which is a rare treat in the world of small hatchbacks. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="299" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/2465980.jpg" width="400" /> </center> As previously mentioned, it appears as though early rumors of a full panoramic glass roof were unfounded. The "Zenith" windshield does in fact extend over the front occupants' heads, but only just to the b-pillar. The company believes occupants will find the Zenith Windscreen very comfortable, as progressive glass helps keep harsh rays out of the cabin. Citroen says they worked hard to guarantee that the car would not have an increase in road noise due to the glass extension. A thin strip of chrome at the top end of the windscreen matches chrome lines seen around the honeycomb grille, and on the side mirrors, door handles, door panels, and trunk. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3 next generation" height="288" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/1847514.jpg" width="400" /> </center> The old C3 has always been in the shadow of names like Peugeot 207 and Renault Clio and even it’s smaller brother the C2, but the new model seems to have everything it needs to change this. It appeals to both male and female customers. In front, the shape of headlights and that amazing grille are all very aggressive and sporty, while at the back those Boomerang shaped tail lights give it a nice cutesy look. You also get a lot of chrome straps here and there which again, is a very nice touch. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="295" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/5292583.jpg" width="400" /> </center> The car's front end is completely redesigned, with a sportier front bumper featuring integrated fog lights. The new rear light cluster is designed rather well, and is a nice step up from the current C3 model. We are still not certain if the entire rear bumper will be painted in the same exterior color of the car, or if the lower section will remain black for all vehicles. Either way, the bumper's new shape is a nice touch. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="299" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/1787739.jpg" width="400" /> </center> But the most striking feature of the 2010 Citroen C3 should be the new panoramic windshield called Zenith which is an optional extra. This innovation was first seen in the previous generation of the Opel Astra some years ago. New C3 is also improved inside the cabin, where its extra 8cm length than the old model translates into greater comfort for passengers and bigger luggage space. It is also very well equipped, you even get a full navigation system with RD4 radio and MP3 audio system and USB ports. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="283" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/6949178.jpg" width="400" /> </center> In these first photos of the car's interior, we see a very clean design utilizing a two-tone thermo-coated dash and center console that matches the contrasting seats and headliner. The customer can customize the dash a bit by choosing from either a satin grey or glossy brushed aluminum strip mixed with chrome detailing. It appears a CD-radio, climate control, and sat-nav/infotainment unit are the features built into the console. The HiFi system gives the driver a few extra options, thanks to the USB port, iPod jack, and BlueTooth. The covered, recessed gauges feature a pleasing mix of analogue and digital display. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="270" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/5845853.jpg" width="400" /> </center> As for the engines, at launch it’ll be available with a 1.6 liter HDi diesel developing 90 hp and CO2 level of only 99g/km, a 1.4 liter VTi petrol with 95 hp, a 1.6 liter petrol with 120 hp and at the top of the range a 110 hp HDi engine. Form 2011 a new range of petrol and diesel engines, plus the Start/Stop system will be added. <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="310" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/7063208.jpg" width="400" /> </center> The new Citroen C3 will be built in France at the company's facilities in Aulnay and Poissy. The car will be available beginning in November. via:<a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109062920174/new-citroen-c3-officially-unveiled">worldcarfans</a> <center><img alt="2010 Citroen C3" height="281" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/6/large/2959672.jpg" width="400" /> </center> Press Release NEW CITROËN C3 - VISIODRIVE Beautiful, young, intelligent. The new C3 by Citroën. Coming out in November 2009, the new Citroën C3 has a strong ambition: to replace a bestseller that has sold more than 2 million units. "This is a major renewal for the Marque and gives us the wherewithal to achieve our target of increasing market share even more, among both individual and corporate customers," says Frédéric Banzet, Managing Director of Citroën. The winning formula: take the best of the C3 and make it even better. The new C3 is packed with seductive features: tauter styling, high-class trim, intelligent architecture creating exceptional interior space in what is still one of the most compact vehicles on the market, and superior on-board comfort and road handling, both in the city and on the open road. With the most advanced features in the segment, the new Citroën C3 will be ideal as the main family car or core fleet vehicle. But that's not all. The Zenith windscreen makes the new C3 unique. As well as drenching the cabin in light and expanding visibility, this windscreen introduces passengers of our Visiodrive to a new driving experience. "With the new C3, Citroën is opening up a new automobile universe. A universe where reason and responsibility leave room for new driving pleasure. And new sensations," says Vincent Besson, Products and Markets, Citroën. These quality features are confirmed in the design and manufacturing of the new Citroën C3. Made in France, on the industrial sites of Aulnay and Poissy, the new vehicle meets high quality standards, both new and over time. To guarantee optimum reliability, and iron out the last imperfections, it will be put through more than 2 million kilometres of on-road testing before the market release. A UNIQUE, ALLURING PERSONALITY The new C3 is asserting its personality. The recognisable protective roundness of its predecessor is given a sportier edge with tauter, smoother lines. Exciting with a gentle touch: the essence of seduction. The styling and refinement of the new C3 are seductive. The materials are high class, such as the thermo-coated dash, highlighted by a cross strip in satin grey or gloss brushed aluminium, and chrome detailing. The new C3 takes trim level and quality to a new dimension. This is illustrated perfectly by care with gap and flush, attention to every detail and robust design. INTELLIGENT ARCHITECTURE The new C3 is one of the most compact vehicles in its segment. With a length of 3.94 m, a width of 1.71 m and a 10.2 m turning circle, it is perfect for the city. A compact exterior, without compromising on interior space. The new C3 has the roominess it needs to assert its new status as the main family car or core fleet vehicle. This can been seen in the generous 300 litres of optimised boot capacity, numerous storage spaces (console, glovebox, central armrest...), medium-height seats facilitating access and visibility, and optimised interior space offering more knee room. The new Citroën C3 is more spacious, but still compact. It's a "real" car, with upper-segment features. A NEW DRIVING EXPERIENCE The new experience goes further and gets better with the Zenith windscreen, a technological feat. This exceptionally long windscreen expands the front occupants' field of vision by 80° upwards. Combined with slimmer pillars, the Zenith gives all occupants a sense of unlimited, high-definition vision. Total immersion. As a world first, the progressive glass smoothes the transition from the strong sun protection above the front passengers to the standard clear glass for looking forwards. The saloon with the biggest windscreen and the smallest roof on the market delivers more new driving sensations! The new C3 offers more visibility and light, for more safety and driving pleasure. Speaking of pleasure, our Visiodrive naturally benefits from the Marque's know-how in comfort. Everyone will be extremely comfortable on board the new Citroën C3 for all the senses: not just low noise and low vibration, but fragrant and nice to look at, with the many windows and air freshener. A relaxing atmosphere. A great car to drive and be driven in. The new C3 is a "connected" car. In addition to the RD4 mp3 audio system, the USB Box (USB slot + jack, full iPod compatibility, Bluetooth® hands-free kit) and MyWay navigation, the new Hifi System® surrounds passengers with sound, as if they were in a concert hall. The system offers not only exceptional sound quality, but comes with a competitive price tag. IMPRESSIVE AND REASONABLE DYNAMIC FEATURES The new Citroën C3 will make others green with envy... with more dynamic road handling, it is as comfortable on the open road as in the city, and has managed to keep a slim figure by not putting on any weight! An exceptional achievement given the convincing increase in comfort and interior space. This weight control, combined with optimised aerodynamics (a Cx of 0.30), the new C3 manages its fuel consumption and CO2 emissions intelligently. Right from launch, it will come in a version emitting 99 g/km de CO2, with the HDi 90 DPFS engine. That expertise in managing fuel consumption will reach a new stage with the arrival of new powerplants in 2011, incorporating second-generation Stop & Start. Coupled with five- and six-speed electronic gearboxes, they will equip diesel versions emitting only 95 and 90 g/km de CO2. In short, the new generation of three-cylinder engines will enable versions emitting less than 100 g/km de CO2.

Frankfurt Motor Show; 2010 Citroen C3 unveiled

Citroen has decided to officially reveal the new Citroen C3 months before its scheduled Frankfurt Motor Show debut. The new generation C3 i...

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PSA to decide on GTbyCitroen production within four weeks

<center><img alt="" height="202" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/09cit-gt_parispr_08_.jpg" width="400" /></center> When Citroen collaborated with the people behind Sony Playstation's hit Gran Turismo game franchise on the show-stopping – if clumsily named – GTbyCitroen for last year's Paris Motor Show, few thought it would see the light of day. <center><img alt="" height="182" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/10cit-gt_parispr_08_.jpg" width="400" /></center> That includes the French automaker itself, but as we reported back in March, demand has picked up enough to prompt Citroen to consider the GT's creation. The latest reports indicate that the Chevron-labeled automaker will have its answer ready, one way or another, within a month's time. <center><img alt="" height="220" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/11cit-gt_parispr_08_.jpg" width="400" /></center> The indication of Citroen's deliberation reportedly comes straight from the mouth of the company's product guru Vincent Besson (think Bob Lutz with a beret and a dangling Gauloise). Apparently Citroen has received a number of prospective orders from potential buyers who'd like to see the supercar drive off their plasmas and into their garages. <center><img alt="" height="249" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/21cit-gt_parispr_08_.jpg" width="400" /></center> If the PSA subsidiary does indeed decide to built the GT, it will be in extremely limited numbers and at a price high enough to cover the costs -- 15 examples at a million euros apiece is where it's tipped to be at. <center><img alt="" height="432" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/10/07cit-gt_parispr_08_.jpg" width="400" /></center> Powertrain is another issue altogether, as the concept's conceptual hydrogen electric drivetrain would likely be replaced by a more conventional V8 sourced from Detroit. French style and American muscle? Sounds like a winning combination. We'll just have to wait four weeks to find out if it will come to fruition. <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/photos/gtbycitroen/1070375/">More Photos</a>

PSA to decide on GTbyCitroen production within four weeks

When Citroen collaborated with the people behind Sony Playstation's hit Gran Turismo game franchise on the show-stopping – if clumsily n...

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GTbyCITROEN concept car to start the 24 Hours of Nurburgring

<center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept car" height="168" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/4279909.jpg" width="400" /></center> Citroën's road towards becoming a player in the premium segment seems to be coming along nicely. For one example the compact DS line models appear to be sweet, inside and out. For another the GTbyCITROËN supercar concept is said to be going into production. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="200" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/13081002.002_1027super2.jpg" width="400" /></center> The GTbyCITROËN was first unpacked as a full scale model at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Soon it will be going on a sight-seeing road trip to a few motoring events. The first will be the 24 Hours Nürburgring race on May 23rd. There it will take a lap of honour and the spectators will be able to get up close and personal with it at the stand of Citroën partner Polyphony from May 20th. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="200" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/13081002.002_1028super2.jpg" width="400" /></center> Then on June 12th it will be in the company of other (real) supercars in the "Grande Parade des Pilotes" at the Le Mans 24 Hours. It will be taking part in a presentation by the 150 drivers who are part of the 50 teams that take part in the race. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept car" height="170" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/4560837.jpg" width="400" /></center> The featured concept had LED lights, 21-inch wheels, wide wheel arches and gullwing doors. Rumours are that it will get V8 power from either Ford or General Motors. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept car" height="170" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/5256153.jpg" width="400" /></center> Last but not least attendees of the Goodwood Festival of Speed (3 - 5 July) in the UK will get to see the GTbyCITROËN. <center><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1044super2.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1045super2.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1055super2.jpg" width="130" /> <img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1056super2.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1057super2.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/3081002.005_1058super2.jpg" width="130" /> <img alt="GTbyCITROËN" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2008/10/large/13081002.002_1026super2.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept car" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/8467066.jpg" width="130" /><img alt="GTbyCITROEN concept car" height="90" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/5/large/4403126.jpg" width="130" /></center> Press Release GTbyCITROEN powers to the heart of motoring passion After turning heads at the Paris Motor Show and picking up the 2008 Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award, the GTbyCITROEN concept car is continuing its adventures, appearing alongside other outstanding vehicles at several major events in the coming months. • GTbyCITROEN will be starting the 24 Hours Nürburgring race on 23 May with a lap of honour on the legendary track. Visitors will be able to get a close-up look of the car on the stand of Citroën partner Polyphony from 20 May. • On 12 June, GTbyCITROEN will be joining a host of supercars from all over the world in the "Grande Parade des Pilotes" at the Le Mans 24 Hours, taking part in the presentation of the 150 drivers forming the 50 teams competing in this classic race. • GTbyCITROEN will be participating in the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the UK on 3-5 July. The concept car will be rubbing shoulders with legendary vehicles through their exceptional styling and driving experience. via:World Car Fans

GTbyCITROEN concept car to start the 24 Hours of Nurburgring

Citroën's road towards becoming a player in the premium segment seems to be coming along nicely. For one example the compact DS line mod...

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