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Ideal Sportiness? Citroen Berlingo Mountain Vibe Concept Has it!

Are you looking for an ideal sportiness, dynamic experience, freedom and enjoyment while cruising around? The new Citroen Berlingo Mountain Vibe Concept is the perfect vehicle in this case! Just before the official premiere of the production model of Citroen Berlingo, the automaker has come up with a Concept that represents the ultimate gateway vehicle one could wish for.

Citroen Berlingo Mountain Vibe Concept is an energetic version that combines very practical components with notable driving sensations. Clever, highly functional and with a refreshed design, this model adds a new and bright touch to the leisure vehicle category. Depicted with a bold exterior, the new Citroen Concept opens new opportunities for exploring and conquering unknown terrains. The excitement of finding uncharted territories is maximised thanks to the characteristics and the capabilities of the car. Its silhouette is characterized by topographic lines which invite every driver to go off-road and head for the hills. Thanks to the Pink graphic that is applied, the personality of this concept car is strengthened and presented in a better light.

Furthermore, the exterior is adorned by sill panel and wheel arch reinforcements. The tyres arrive with pink snow chains, while the roof bars have Pink foam. Due to all of these features, the Vibe Concept shows modern styling combined with high-tech virtues.

Getting inside, there are front seats and three independent seats in row 2 which have a LIBERIA upholstery, an embossed marl grey technical fabric. A final touch to the somehow playful and joyful appearance of the interior is the Pink topstitching.

It hasn’t been confirmed if Citroen plans to build a production version of the Mountain Vibe, but we will find out more during the Geneva Auto Show in March.

Source: Citroen

February 13, 2015

New Livery for Citroen DS3 WRC and Start of the 2015 Season

The DS model is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. To commemorate this, Citroen has made a new livery for its WRC car. It features exclusive decals and will compete in this month’s Rallye Automobile Monte-Carlo. The white, red and gold livery has been simplified and includes an eye-catching “60” spread across the rear wings. Sébastien Loeb and Daniel Elena are returning to action, contesting the opening round of the 2015 World Rally Championship season. They are winners of nine world titles and 78 rallies.

The start of the championship will also see the arrival of two new partners for the team. They are also featured on the livery. Official WRC timekeeper since 2013 is Certina. It is included on DS3’s bodywork. In addition, Sheikh Khalid Al Qassimi, Kris Meeke and Mads Østberg will also wear watches made by the famous Swiss brand.

Furthermore, the automotive equipment manufacturer Sparco is now the official Citroën Racing supplier. It will cover all of the series in which the brand is competing. This includes WRC, WTCC and customer racing.

To the three DS 3 WRCs entered in the championship have been made some significant improvements too. They range from engine and suspension to aerodynamics and gearbox. For instance, Citroen have focused on the powerplant so that it delivers more power and torque, whilst also improving reliability.

What is more, there s a reintroduction of the steering wheel-mounted paddles for the gear changes. In terms of aerodynamics, the improvements include a new spoiler and a new front end as well as use of lighter parts.At last, the company has changed the kinematics of the rear suspension. Currently, work is ongoing and there will be another aerodynamic upgrade in the forthcoming months.

Source: Citroen

January 20, 2015

Ines de la Fressange Paris and Citroen Create Stylish DS3 Limited Edition

Citroen continues to expand its limited edition DS3 range with the introduction of a new model called Ines de la Fressange Paris. As the company says, this car is stylish and eminently Parisian. This is the first vehicle, which Citroen shows in the New Year. This step signals that DS3 is very important model in the lineup of cars, and that customer’s individuality is one of brand’s main priorities.

D3 Ines de la Fressange Paris was co-developed by the teams at Citroen’s DS brand and Ines de la Fressange Paris. In fact, the model made its debut as a concept car at the Paris Motor Show last October, and now DS is introducing limited edition model echoing that concept model.

Just like the many other DS3 limited editions, this one features some key and unique characteristics. The first one is the Encre blue body paint, which was specifically developed for this model. In contrast to it is the Onyx black roof, giving the car a bi-tonal design statement. The big contrast however makes the rearview mirror housings, which are painted in bright red.

The unique model exudes strong identity. Inside and out, meticulous attention was paid to the tiniest details in terms of colours and materials. The car is also equipped with new Xenon Full LED headlamps with sequential indicators.

Inside, the interior was meticulously individualized with a “Rouge Ines” dashboard and special front seat headrests. Citroen did not reveal any technical details, except for the information that the car will be available with four environment-friendly engines. Citroen DS3 Cabrio Ines de la Fressange Paris limited edition model will also be available.

Source: Citroen

January 16, 2015

What’s New in the 2015 Citroen C4 New Range

The second-generation CitroenC4 was launched in 2010 with more than 450,000 vehicles manufactured at the Mulhouse plant in France. Now, the range arrives with updated technologies, new engines, proved driving quality and a flair of compactness.

With improved driving dynamics, the 2015 Citroen C4 demonstrates some excellent results. It extracts its power from the latest-generation engines which are able to reduce fuel consumption. Thus, the 3-cylinder PureTech petrol engines and BlueHDi Diesels meet Euro 6 standards. They guarantee more than just satisfactory fuel economy: 3.3 l/100 km and 86 g of CO2 for the BlueHDi 100 S&S manual unit and 4.8 l/100 km and 110 g of CO2 for the PureTech 130 S&S EAT6. This exquisite performance is complimented by the new EAT6 automatic gearbox.

Some of the particularities of the 2015 C4 feature a new light design with new LED running lights. The 3D-effect tail lights attach an extra dynamic feel to the vehicle. Furthermore, Citroen receives new upholstery components and a simplified dashboard that has an innovative centrally located 7” touchscreen tablet.

Ultimate driving comfort is ensured thanks to the 2.61 m wheelbase, split foldback rear seats, and a boot volume of 408 litres, all of which mark the benchmarks in this segment.

Moreover, other useful technologies include hands-free Access and Start-up system, a new 7-inch touchscreen tablet which gathers all the media and navigation options, Hill Start Assist, Intelligent Traction Control and Blind Spot Monitoring system. If you put all of these extras together, you will get an easier and care-free driving experience.

What is your opinion though? Are you willing to buy one of these?

Source: Citroen

December 10, 2014

Paris Says “NO” to Diesel Engines. London Will Follow?

Air pollution in Paris The Mayor of the French capital, Anne Hidalgo, made a statement calling for a ban on diesel cars by 2020. The main goal is to reduce the pollution of the city, since Paris’ air quality is currently one of the worst on record. She will also take other precautions such as making pedestrian-only neighborhoods in the city centre and a doubling of cycle lanes.

The Mayor was interviewed by “Journal de Dimanche” saying that this is only a plan, which would be discussed at a city council meeting on Tuesday.”I want to see the end of diesel in Paris by 2020,” said Hidalgo adding that she also plans limiting the number of the tourist buses that clog Paris streets, banning trucks and adding electric vans to the city’s car-sharing scheme.

Streets such as Champs Elysees or Rue de Rivoli, where there is a lot of traffic, could be limited to only low-emission vehicles. Since France has the highest number of diesel cars on the road in Europe, the faster pollution of big cities like Paris is no surprise. There is a serious risk for the public health and in fact statistics say that Parisians live on the average seven months less than people not exposed to the same levels of pollution. Diesel fumes include tiny particles and nitrogen oxides which are harmful to health.

Research by the World Health Organization confirmed that although diesel engines are 20 per cent more fuel-efficient than petrol ones, and therefore produce less carbon dioxide per mile, emit other pollutants which can cause health problems including cancer.

The ideas of Hidalgo have been met with hostility by the French automakers, whose diesel technologies are among the most advanced in the world. London will also follow Paris and ban diesel cars, has just been confirmed by experts. They expect that the Mayor Boris Johnson will follow the French capital and say “No!” to diesel powered cars within a decade. The most concerning fact supporting this theory is that London is the European capital which is the most polluted by nitrogen dioxide.

Source: Reuters

December 8, 2014

Citroën Revealed a New Concept Car Called DS 3 by Benefit

Citroën unveiled a new concept car called DS 3 by Benefit at Clothes Show Live in 2014. This is a vehicle that came to life thanks to the collaborative work by Citroen and Benefit Cosmetics. DS 3 by Benefit is a unique vehicle created to celebrate the start of the partnership between the two brands. In addition to this, Citroën is giving the chance to win the concept car at Clothes Show Live 2014.

DS 3 by Benefit is based on DSport model that is powered by a sporty THP 155 engine. It generates 115 bhp and 177 lb-ft of torque. The car is able to from 0-62 mph in 7.30 seconds, while demonstrating top speed of 133 mph.

The distinguishable design of the concept car includes Benefit’s signature pink and yellow ‘Candy Stripes’ pattern throughout. Along the sides of the vehicle, there is a graphic of the San Francisco skyline (which is the spiritual home of Benefit Cosmetics). The mild pink used on Citroen DS 3 by Benefit concept car is selected from the Benefit range of colors. The car benefits from white alloy wheels featuring the Benefit logo on the wheel rims.

Citroën is also giving away £500 worth of ASOS vouchers at this year’s Clothes Show Live. To enter, strut Citroen’s stuff for their photographer on the New C1 catwalk, then follow @CitroenUK and upload the image to Instagram using #C1tyfashion.

Clothes Show Live 2014 is taking place at the NEC in Birmingham, from 5 – 9 December.

Source: Citroën

December 2, 2014

Citroen Receives Two Greenfleet Awards

This year Citroen has been prized with two key GreenFleet awards, which acknowledge the manufacturer’s outstanding quality of LCV products as well as its growing number of efficient, low emission city vehicles. The official ceremony took place in Birmingham and presented Citroen with two very significant awards: GreenFleet City Car Manufacturer of the Year Award and GreenFleet LCV Manufacturer of the Year Award. Additionally, the carmaker was also praised in the GreenFleet Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year category.

This double triumph is a repercussion of Citroen’s prolonged development of design innovations and remarkable engineering improvements. What is more, with its expanding range of ultra-low emission city cars, the company is placed among the most adequate and the best efficiently operating automobile manufacturers worldwide.

Currently Citroen offers a great number of cars (51 in total) with ultra-low, 0-100g/km CO₂emissions. These models vary between city cars, coupes, lower medium hatchbacks, upper medium saloons/estates, small people carriers, cabrios, full size 5/7seat people carriers, premium upper medium hatchbacks and super-minis. Part of the ultra-low emissions range is the New C1 with its 19 model variants all of which are under 100g/km CO₂ emissions. The recently-launched C4 Cactus is another ultra-low-emission vehicle. Its engine options are comprised of three cylinder PureTech petrol engines, as well as new Euro 6 Blue HDi diesel engines, for emissions as low as 82g/km and a combined cycle fuel economy of up to 91.1mpg.

Finally, the van line-up boasts economy improvements and class-leading payload capacity. The fuel economy figures of the newly released Relay range, for instance, have been refined by up to 15% – with combined cycle fuel economy around 37.7-42.8mpg, which is quite exceptional. New Relay CO₂ emissions are estimated at less than 200g/km for the average 3.5 tonne model.

Source: Citroen

November 4, 2014

Citroen C4 Cactus Chrome Edition Shown at Q Awards 25th Anniversary

Citroen is releasing a one-off C4 Cactus Chrome Edition in order to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Q Awards. This signifies that the company has continued the sponsorship of the event for another year, thus remaining in-tune with the UK music industry. The prestigious Q Awards took place yesterday (22 October) at the Grosvenor House Hotel and was hosted by Absolute Radio’s Christian O’Connell. In addition, Citroen revealed that it will sponsor this years ‘Best Solo Artist’ category winner – Ed Sheeran.

A fleet of chauffeur-driven Grand C4 Picasso and C4 Cactus models were there to transport the celebrity guests to the venue. The star in company’s range of vehicles at the event was the one-off chrome-finished C4 Cactus, which also appeared on the red carpet.

It immediately gathered glances and was the transport-of-choice for the French composer, performer and music producer Jean-Michel Jarre. He also got an award – the coveted Q Innovation In Sound Award.

Citroen C4 Cactus Chrome Edition includes the special Airbump feature. It does away with dents and scratches in real life and it is found on the front and rear bumpers and the sides. Airbump provides a type of buffer zone which protects the actual body. The car is also equipped with an array of driving aids such as the park assist, a reversing camera, hill-start assist, to name a few.

The C4 Cactus is powered by Citroen’s latest-generation engines. These modern and efficient engines, PureTech petrol and BlueHDi diesel with Stop & Start, need very little fuel to run. The gasoline powered are the naturally aspirated three-cylinder PureTech VTi 82 engine with capacity of 1.2l and the turbocharged PureTech e-THP 110 engine with a central direct-injection turbocharger and dual VVT.

On the diesel side is the BlueHDi 100 unit, which is an example of another step towards cleaner diesel, cutting CO₂ emissions to a record low 82g/km and keeping fuel consumption on a tight rein up to 91.1mpg on a combined cycle.

Source: Citroen

October 23, 2014

Citroen Connected Services at the 2014 Paris Motor Show

It is not surprising to see that CITROËN has revealed some very interesting concepts and products at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. Displaying a rich number of connected services that are based on onboard or smartphone apps CITROËN strives to turn the everyday driving into a safer, more entertaining, more convenient and, finally, time and money-saving experience.

As the CITROËN Director of Marketing, Communication and Sport pointed out, “The services provided by CITROËN CONNECT are a practical and positive response that makes life easier for our customers.”

At the Motor Show, the brand name presented its connected services on five walls in an area that encompassed 67.50 m². One of the best parts about the exhibition is the fact that CITROËN CONNECT allowed customers and visitors to try out their services either on demonstration units or on the displayed CITROËN C4 Cactus in the center of the CITROËN CONNECT dedicated area.

Examples of what CITROËN CONNECT includes and can offer to clients are:

CITROËN Connect Box that offers an emergency and localized assistance call functions.

Link MyCITROËN which represents a free smartphone app. It is available on the C4 Picasso and C4 Cactus and it serves to provide a current location of the vehicle, offers eco-driving tips and so on.

Mirror Screen is another service by CITROËN which is available on the new C1. Its function is to let users control a smartphone from the touch drive interface of the vehicle.

MyCITROËN, is a free individual online page which enables easy management of the car.

October 17, 2014

#DS3byNight is “Light-Painting” Digital Campaign for DS3 [VIDEO]

Citroen’s sub-brand DS has launched an innovative campaign called #DS3byNight digital campaign, which is inspired by DS 3 and comes to show-off its new Xenon & Full LED light signature. As a matter of fact, this is the first communications campaign which utilizes the Pixelstick ‘light painting’ technology that practically made the video below possible. This technology allows the DS3 to bring pictures and words to light in spectacular fashion. The result is a light-filled film, which highlights the DS world of luxury and which takes viewers on a night time tour in Paris.

Echoing the Xenon and Full LED technologies that we have seen in the new DS 3 headlamps, the DS brand is utilizing this new ‘light painting’ technology to project detailed patterns and a range of animations, in a series of time lapse films. As you can see for yourself below, the result is a spectacular showcase for the light signature of DS 3, which in addition showcases brand’s values of elegance and advanced technology.

The innovative film will also be supported by an interactive social media campaign. In it users will create their own messages, which in turn will be brought to light against backgrounds of classic Parisian scenes. This will happen over a ten-day period until 22 October.

2014 Citroen DS3 and DS3 Cabrio models were enhanced at the end of May this year. It is when they have adopted the new high-tech light signature, featuring the combination of LED and Xenon lightning technologies with new sequential indicators. The new headlights deliver greater visibility in both low- and high-beam positions. Three LED modules and a Xenon module were used for the design of this wide and uniform beam.

In addition, the new headlights also minimize the energy consumption by 35% when they operate in low-beam mode and by 75% – in high-beam. They are capable of life time of over 20,000 hours, or in other words – twenty times longer than halogen lights. LED DRLs in the front air intakes complete the new light signature. Facelifted DS3 models also have 3D-effect LED rear lights.

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Citroen

October 16, 2014

Citroen C3-XR Crossover Unveiled at C_42 on the Champs Elysées

Citroen C3-XR compact SUV was unveiled today at C_42 on the Champs Elysées. The crossover is robust, elegant and dynamic. It will be launched in China in December, which will extend company’s cover of this market. In fact, nowadays the Chinese market represents more than one in four sales for the brand. The fast sales growth for the brand in this country is supported by a rapidly expanding network of 470 dealers. Models such as C-Elysée and C4 L are an example of the good recognition by the customers there.

C3-XR is an embodiment of Citroen’s contemporary approach based on the values: strong design, remarkable comfort and technology choices. The symbolic location, at which the crossover was presented, was chosen to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Franco-Chinese diplomatic relations and emphasise the French origins of this SUV.

The model is based on the Citroen C-XR Concept that was unveiled at Beijing Motor Show in April this year. The comfort is of the highest standard, due to the benchmark levels of interior space, the roomy and welcoming driving position, and the ride comfort.

In addition, C3-XR also benefits from the latest innovations that the French company offers. For example the technological equipment features keyless entry and start, reversing camera, grip control and Citroen’s telematic services.

Citroen C3-XR will be powered from launch by the THP 160 S&S engine coupled with the latest generation EAT6 automatic gearbox. It will be produced at Wuhan, China, with sales starting in December.

Source: Citroen

October 1, 2014

Citroen Divine DS Brand’s Future Presented At The Paris Motor Show

The attention at the Paris motor show is prone to be turned at the DS Brand’s spectacular launch. Citroen is very serious about the DS brand being a stand-alone unit. The Divine DS represent a vision of the future for the DS brand. A compact four-door vehicle the Divine DS stands out due to its sensual looking exterior, but msotly due to the striking interior. The cabin design features a bold, high-tech layout with spectacular contrast, which introduces the hyper typish tehcnique, allowing customers to choose an interior trim that reflects their personality.

While the german auto makers are engaged in battle to see how can make the best sports car out of a family hatchback, french care maker Citroen is having another goal at the perfect luxuty experience. The all-new DS Divine is making its debut at the Paris motor show. This is the first european car model launched since the PSA decided to turn citron and DS into separate car brands with different identities. You can deffinitely tell the Divine DS is in a totally different league from the likes of the the DS 3

The Divine DS power comes from one of the most impressive engines PSA owns. The same one 1.6 litter turbo used by the Peugeot RCZ delivering up to 270 PS at 6,000 rpm, 243 lb feed from 1900 rpm. The DS’s 1.6 Liter THP turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine, developing 270 hp and a maximum torque of 330 Nm, 243 lb-ft between 1,900 and 5,500 rpm provides you with one pretty fast ride.

Even though, it clearly borrows its headlights style, key highlights of the design, like the interior or the tailights take on the appearance of a multi-faceted service made up of small interlocking triangles. Another interesting feature is the laser technology used on the headlights. Inspired by the facelift DS3, the light signature at the front, maintains the principal of independent lead modules and features “Swarowski” crystal fabric at the base of each unit. The headlights combine sequental indicators with laser technology. They include two high-powered laser diodes per module, which are 50% more powerful than conventional LED lights. Equipped with 20-inch alloy wheels which have floating spokes.

The interiror also boasts a new headliner design, inspired by three branches with jewel enctusted dashboard. The cabin features three interchangable interior ambiences, each with its own unique style that can be changed in just 15 minutes. These three different ambiences are called “mâle”, French for male, “Parisien chic”, were designed with the help of famous names, including embroidery and crystals from “Swarowski”

The car is 4.21 meters long, 1.98 meters wide and 1.35 meters high, this makes it about the same length as the C4 hatchback, but a lot wider. Its proportions and well rounded rear quarters look like the Alfa Romeo Brera, it may look like the french car manufacturer is copying an Italian design but this nothing like that.

The Paris Motor Show is going to be opened to the public on Saturday, 4 October 2014.

Source: Citroen

September 19, 2014

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