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Citroen turns utility into style with new C3 Picasso CodeFiled under: Budget, Minivan/Van, Europe, Citroën, UK 
Some may look at a utilitarian vehicle like the Citroën C3 Picasso and wonder why bother sprucing it up, but Citroën begs to differ. After launching the Blackcherry edition just over a year ago, the French automaker has returned with the new Code edition you see here.
Available in white, red, blue or grey, the C3 Picasso Code packs a host of visual enhancements that inject the little minivan with an added dose of style: things like white or red-trimmed 17-inch alloys, chrome insets on the bumper and door handles, glossy black bumpers and door mirrors and more. All that costs just £300 more (in the UK) over the base C3 Picasso equipped with the same fuel-efficient 90-horsepower diesel engine and manual transmission. Follow the jump for the full press release.Continue reading Citroen turns utility into style with new C3 Picasso Code Citroen turns utility into style with new C3 Picasso Code originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 07 Jan 2012 10:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën C1 / Peugeot 107 twins refreshedFiled under: Budget, Europe, Hatchback, Misc. Auto Shows, Peugeot, Citroën, Design/Style 
 Citroën and Peugeot have released the first volley of information and images on their refreshed C1 and 107 runabouts. The Citroen C1 will bow with a new face, complete with a shorter hood, redesigned foglamp housings and new LED daytime running lights. The vehicle's rear valance has also received a few design touches to differentiate it from the previous year model. Buyers can expect to find the same 68-horsepower three-cylinder gasoline engine bolted to a manual transmission under the hood.
Not surprisingly, its mechanical twin, the Peugeot 107, has received a similar once over. Designers have graced the three-door with a reworked front fascia that features a new front bumper, foglight housings and LED daytime running lights, just like its Citroën cousin. Peugeot will also offer the 107 in three trim levels: Access, Active and Allure.
The Citroën C1 will be on display at the Brussels Motor Show starting on January 10, and it's probably fair to assume the Pug will make the scene there as well. Hit the jump for press releases on both of these small hatchbacks.Continue reading Citroën C1 / Peugeot 107 twins refreshed Citroën C1 / Peugeot 107 twins refreshed originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën going after Fiat 500 with new DS1 at GenevaFiled under: Geneva Motor Show, Europe, Hatchback, Citroën 
All too often the Fiat 500 gets lumped in with the Mini Cooper and Audi A1 in the premium hatchback game. But the Fiat is both cheaper and smaller. In reality the Fiat group's challenger for that class is the Alfa Romeo MiTo. As for Citroën, its DS3 is also bigger than the 500. So if the French automaker is going to go after Fiat's territory, it too will need something cheaper and smaller.
Enter the DS1. Since launching the DS line (pictured above) with the DS3, Citroën has focused on going bigger and more expensive, with vehicles like the DS4 and DS5. But rumor has it that, at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in March, Citroën will debut a new entry to slot in below the current DS line.
Sources expect the new DS1 to measure less than 12 feet long and pack a choice of three-cylinder engines with less than 100 horsepower on tap, but that a performance version could offer closer to 130. We'll have to wait a few to find out one way or another, but the Fiat 500 (as popular as it's been overseas, but slow-selling on American shores) will have to sit up and take notice.Citroën going after Fiat 500 with new DS1 at Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsSebastien Loeb seals record eighth World Rally Championship despite off-track crashFiled under: Motorsports, Citroën, UK 
You take the good with the bad. It's a motto that applies to any number of situations in life, and certainly does in motorsports. That's what Sebastien Loeb and his longtime co-pilot Daniel Elena found this weekend in Wales.
In the midst of a hard-fought battle with Jari-Matti Latvala in a Ford Fiesta RS, Loeb and Elena were on their way back to the paddock when they collided over a blind crest with another car. The Citroën DS3 WRC was damaged virtually beyond repair, but the position in which they retired was still good enough to clinch a record eighth drivers' title in World Rally Championship to join the manufacturers' title claimed for the team last month.
The Citroën mechanics managed to piece the car back together enough to pose for some photos, which you can see in the high-res image gallery. But even if it wasn't the ideal picture-perfect finish for the undisputed dominant force in rallying, it still didn't stop Loeb from celebrating his place as the most accomplished driver in all of motorsport.Continue reading Sebastien Loeb seals record eighth World Rally Championship despite off-track crash Sebastien Loeb seals record eighth World Rally Championship despite off-track crash originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsPeugeot-Citroën chopping 6,000 jobs in EuropeFiled under: Europe, Earnings/Financials, Peugeot, Citroën  The U.S. auto industry seems to be picking up nicely, but the same can't be said for Europe. Ford just announced that it lost $100 million a month in the market over the third quarter, and PSA Peugeot-Citroën SA didn't fare much better.
Automotive News reports that the French auto conglomerate is looking to cut fixed costs by 800 million euros ($1.1 billion USD) next year, and job cuts will be part of the plan. PSA will reportedly terminate 6,000 European jobs next year, with 1,000 cuts to manufacturing, 2,500 lost contractors and another 2,500 from sales, marketing, research and IT.
The auto market in Europe has suffered from a rise in pricing pressures. PSA felt the pinch with a 1.6 percent drop in automotive revenue during the quarter. Overall revenue actually increased by 3.5 percent due to PSA's majority ownership of parts maker Faurecia SA. PSA has changed its outlook for 2011 from "clearly positive" to something closer to break even.Peugeot-Citroën chopping 6,000 jobs in Europe originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroen claims seventh WRC title on back of Loeb win in SpainFiled under: Motorsports, Citroën 
If there was ever any doubt, let it now be put to rest, as Citroën has claimed its seventh Manufacturers' Title - its fourth in a row - in the World Rally Championship.
The results were sealed when multiple champion Sebastien Loeb and his co-driver Daniel Elena won this past weekend's Rally of Spain. The victory ensured that the Citroën World Rally Team could not be caught by Ford, even though there is still one round to go before the 13-rally calendar draws to a close in Wales next month.
Although the Manufacturers' Title is all tied up, however, the Drivers' Title is still in contention. Loeb holds an eight-point lead over his nearest rival, Mikko Hirvonen. Sebastien Ogier in the other Citroën DS3 WRC was also in contention for the title until his car broke down with engine problems.
That leaves Loeb in the lead for his eighth consecutive world championship, but with Hirvonen not far behind in his Fiesta RS, nothing's for sure just yet. Details in the press release after the jump.Continue reading Citroen claims seventh WRC title on back of Loeb win in Spain Citroen claims seventh WRC title on back of Loeb win in Spain originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën working on neo Deux Cheveaux?Filed under: Classics, Budget, Hatchback, Citroën 
Citroën's next look into the future appears to involve a look into its past: according to Car Magazine, the French firm is planning a 3CV that will make a modern case for the beloved 2CV. It isn't expected until 2013, so only a few brains inside Citroën have any idea what it will look like, but the prognostications suggest "the spirit of the quirky Ami 6," lots of space and a comfortable ride.
Speaking of that ride, the company's CEO said "it's so relaxed that we may even cap top speed." That would be something special for a car to be built on the same PF1 platform that supports the Peugeot 207 and Citroëns DS3 and C3, yet will be smaller than the C3.Citroën working on neo Deux Cheveaux? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroen to expand DS line with larger models for China, new DS3 RacingFiled under: Europe, Citroën, Luxury 
Citroën has done a lot with the DS lineup over the past couple of years. From a long-dormant nameplate it has built a range of three models - DS3, DS4 and DS5 - but according to the latest reports, has no plans of slowing down any time soon.
Among the most interesting plans involve the DS3 Racing. The extroverted hot hatch, with its 200-horsepower turbo four and anything-but-subtle color scheme, was initially planned as a limited edition of 1,000 vehicles. Popular demand across Europe saw that increase more than twofold to around 2,400, but sources suggest that with even those almost all sold out, a new version could be in the works.
Demand in China - which is rapidly becoming the largest market for many automakers, Citroën included - for larger vehicles could also see the range expand with a bigger version of the DS5 and maybe even a flagship production version of the Metropolis concept pictured above.
Beyond that, we're told to expect - or at least for our overseas readers to expect - a wide range of new options and special editions in the years to come. Looks like we haven't seen the last of the DS line.Citroen to expand DS line with larger models for China, new DS3 Racing originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroen DS3 Racing co-stars with Pixie Lott and Pusha T in latest music videoFiled under: Videos, Citroën, UK, Celebrities 
Whether or not you're a fan of pop music and hip-hop, car nuts sit up and take notice when their music videos feature some hot rides. We've seen everything from Kanye chopping up a Maybach to Danica driving Italian exotics in Monte Carlo. (Come to think of it, both those two are Jay-Z videos.) Now British pop star Pixie Lott and American rapper Pusha T have brought out a different kind of ride for their latest music video.
Part of an ongoing (and rather noticeable) product-placement campaign partnership between Pixie Lott and Citroën, the new single What Do You Take Me For? opens and closes with the DS3 Racing - the French automaker's anything-but-subtle 207-horsepower hot hatch. The track will feature on Pixie's upcoming album Young Foolish Happy, but the video's out now, and whether it's your kinda tune or not, you can check it out after the jump together with the press release. Just be warned, all of you working in puritanical office environments: there be booty shaking here.Continue reading Citroen DS3 Racing co-stars with Pixie Lott and Pusha T in latest music video Citroen DS3 Racing co-stars with Pixie Lott and Pusha T in latest music video originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën jacks it up with new C4 AircrossFiled under: Europe, Crossover, Citroën 
Shortly after launching its new C4 hatchback, Citroën upsized it and took it upscale in the form of the DS4. For European buyers intrigued by crossover but not looking for the premium accoutrements, now there's the C4 Aircross.
Like the DS4, the C4 Aircross looks better suited to tackling a wet cobblestone street in Paris than a mountain pass through the French alps. Powertrain choices include a variety of gasoline and diesel engines, ranging from 110 horsepower up to 150, with front- or all-wheel drive. The 18-inch wheels and rear lights, draw their inspiration from the Hypnos concept car, while LED running lights are integrated into the air apertures up front.
Five occupants will also be able to appreciate the panoramic glass sunroof when the model launches in Europe early next year, but you can get the details now in the press release after the jump and eyeball the image gallery for a closer look.Continue reading Citroën jacks it up with new C4 Aircross Citroën jacks it up with new C4 Aircross originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 02 Oct 2011 14:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën Tubik is another space Gallic oddityFiled under: Concept Cars, Frankfurt Motor Show, Minivan/Van, Citroën, Design/Style 
Citroën has officially unveiled its Tubik concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, and it's just as far-out as the renderings led us to believe. The French automaker says its concept bus was inspired by its old Type H van, better known to Europeans as The Tub. We can see where they got the name...
The Tubik has room for nine passengers with modular seating that can be arranged in a number of ways in a "lounge-style cocoon dedicated to comfort and relaxation" - so says Citroën, anyway. Power comes from the automaker's Hybrid4 technology, coupling a diesel engine that turns the front wheels with an electric motor at the rear.
Of course, it's the interior that really separates this concept from other people movers. Such interesting design choices as felt seats, leather flooring, along with backrests and door panels covered in silk outline the "different is good" aesthetic for which Citroën is known. We suggest you scroll through our high-res image gallery to take it all in, then you can check out the press release after the break for all the details.Continue reading Citroën Tubik is another space Gallic oddity Citroën Tubik is another space Gallic oddity originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën puts its foot down with DS3 Racing shoesFiled under: Etc., Citroën, Design/Style 
Power is nothing without control. That's what Pirelli told us with the famous image of the sprinter in the high-heeled shoes a couple of decades ago. And they were right. Because while some have been known to drive supercars in flip-flops, any racing driver will tell you that you need a proper pair of driving shoes to drive a performance vehicle properly. Which is why we've seen so many automakers offering their own line of driving shoes to go with their cars. And the latest is Citroën.
The French automaker has teamed up with fashion label Gio-Goi (don't ask us how that's pronounced) for a limited-edition set of kicks inspired by the DS3 Racing hot hatch. The black and orange leather high-tops take their design cues from the car's seats, wheels and grille, are limited to just 100 pairs, priced at £120 ($193) and are available directly from the designer's website. Check 'em out in the high-res image gallery and the press release after the jump.Continue reading Citroën puts its foot down with DS3 Racing shoes Citroën puts its foot down with DS3 Racing shoes originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën Tubik Concept is the automotive space shuttle of tomorrowFiled under: Concept Cars, Frankfurt Motor Show, Minivan/Van, Citroën, Design/Style 
 According to Citroën, the Tubik is "a concept car designed to make travel meaningful again." We're not entirely sure what that means, but we're happy to see the ethos wrapped up in a package that reminds us of the old Volkswagen Transporter.
As you can tell from the highly stylized set of images and renderings that the quirky French automaker has released of its new concept, the Tubik is intended to be a wholly modern take on the one-box MPV shape. Note too the asymmetrical entry portals. We can't quite tell what's going on with the driver's seat (really more like a perch...), but it's kind of like a cocoon with all kinds of ethereal lighting surrounding it.
The rest of the interior is a bit more subdued, but only just. There are a slew of configurations for the passenger compartment along with a somewhat disarming lack of windows. We'd guess the driver gets a view of the outside world through cameras and LCD screens.
Citroën used phrases like "shared, intelligent, connected and eco-friendly" to describe the Tubik Concept, but stops well short of telling us any meaningful details on what any of that entails. In any case, stay tuned for more about this far-out concept at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show and feel free to check out the brief press release after the break.Continue reading Citroën Tubik Concept is the automotive space shuttle of tomorrow Citroën Tubik Concept is the automotive space shuttle of tomorrow originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 02 Sep 2011 19:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsSebastien Loeb re-signs with Citroën for another 2 years in WRCFiled under: Motorsports, Hirings/Firings/Layoffs, Citroën 
Go back a few days and nobody knew for sure whether Sebastien Loeb would be back on the rally stage next year. The seven-time world champion has little left to prove, and with new manufacturer-backed teams joining the paddock from Mini and Volkswagen, the competition looks to get that much more fierce. But, after an unusually long period of contemplation, Loeb and Citroën - the French team for whom he's driven since joining the WRC in 1999 - have announced a renewal of their contract for another two years.
The deal secures Loeb as well as his longtime co-driver Daniel Elena (pictured together above) for the 2012 season, with an option 2013. Loeb reportedly doesn't see himself staying in the WRC through 2014, but there's no telling what the temptation of a tenth title could bring should he prove able to continue his complete domination of the championship for the past eight years into another couple of titles. Follow the jump for the official announcement, which tellingly comes from the manufacturer as opposed to the team.Continue reading Sebastien Loeb re-signs with Citroën for another 2 years in WRC Sebastien Loeb re-signs with Citroën for another 2 years in WRC originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsRecord number of Citroën 2CVs to gather in FranceFiled under: Classics, Europe, Citroën 
Cars come and cars go, but the Citroën 2CV is a car that just won't quit. Originally designed in the 1930s, the French automaker had to destroy most of the prototypes before the German troops marched in to avoid them falling into Nazi hands.
Citroën kept three hidden away, a fourth hidden by Michelin, finally unveiling the revolutionary finished product after the war ended at the 1948 Paris Motor Show. From then until 1990 when it finally went out of production, Citroën sold over 5 million of them. And now, a record number of the cars are set to gather for what's expected to be the largest 2CV gathering in history.
Organizers are expecting over 6,000 owners to bring their 2CVs to Salbris, France, for the 19th annual International "Amis de la 2CV," where the faithful will be able to compare their cars, swap parts, participate in a disassemble-reassemble competition and gaze at one of the original prototypes (pictured above) as well as the contemporary Revolte concept.
Maybe not your idea of how to spend the weekend, but for those who still love one of the most basic cars history's ever known, it promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event. Read all about it in the press release after the jump.Continue reading Record number of Citroën 2CVs to gather in France Record number of Citroën 2CVs to gather in France originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën launches Grey Matter special to headline new DS3 CollectionFiled under: Europe, Hatchback, Citroën, Design/Style, Luxury 
Citroën DS3 Grey Matter - Click above for high-res image gallery
As if the Citroën DS3 weren't chic enough as it is, the automaker has brought in a series of designers to give it that extra touch of style. Kenzo, Orla Kiely and Yves Saint-Laurent have all brought their pens to the decidedly un-retro premium hatchback, and now the French automaker is following up with some new designer editions.
First up is the Grey Matter, a special edition limited to 750 examples, characterized by its matte gray body with contrasting chrome trim. Buyers can specify the roof and 17-inch alloys in either white or black to play off the gray body.
Citroën is also offering a new gold roof decal called Flavio, penned by the Italian winner of its public design contest. Which, as you can see from the images in our gallery, contrasts nicely with the new Hickory Brown paint that joins the palette of ten existing colors. Details in the press release after the jump.Continue reading Citroën launches Grey Matter special to headline new DS3 Collection Citroën launches Grey Matter special to headline new DS3 Collection originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Jun 2011 08:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën C3 Picasso recalled for ability to brake from passenger seatFiled under: Europe, Recalls, Citroën 
Citroën has inadvertently given back-seat drivers a powerful weapon. Well, not so much back-seat drivers... but the person in shotgun has the ability to bring everything to a screeching halt. Front-seat passengers are able to engage the brakes of the C3 Picasso.
How you ask?
No, not by grabbing the emergency brake. The Citroën C3 Picasso is offered in both right and left-hand drive configurations. When converting to right-hand drive, the left-hand drive brake components were left in place behind the footwell. If the passenger pushes in the right spot, he or she will activate the brakes. Not good.
Citroën is recalling approximately 20,000 vehicles to investigate this matter. However, the automaker has stated that is the first they've heard of the issue, which was revealed in a BBC News segment. Head over to BBC News for a video that demonstrates the C3 Picasso's braking issue.Citroën C3 Picasso recalled for ability to brake from passenger seat originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 19 May 2011 15:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroen to follow Fiat's lead with DS3 Airflow convertible [w/poll]Filed under: Convertible, Europe, Citroën 
Citroën DS3 - Click above for high-res image gallery
Citroën has come a long way with its revived DS line of premium offerings. What started with the basic DS3 hatchback has since grown to include the DS3 Racing hot hatch, the DS3 R3 and DS3 WRC rally machines; the DS4 crossover, and the new DS5. Now it seems a convertible is on the way as well.
Tentatively dubbed as the DS3 Airflow, the rumored convertible will apparently follow a similar approach to that taken by Fiat with the 500C. Look for a retractable fabric roof panel that will retain the pillars and door frames, in effect bridging the gap between a full convertible and a large sunroof. The advantage is a more cost-effective development cycle and superior handling, retaining much of the body's rigidity while offering open-air driving. For our part, we're interested to see what Citroën's designers do with the car's slick B-pillar treatment once the top drops.
European reports say the DS3 Airflow will launch in the spring of 2013. Of course, unlike Fiat, which has finally made a splashy return to North America, Citroën seems content to stay on its side of the Atlantic. Think it's time for the French automaker to come back so we can sample cars like the reborn DS range? Cast your vote in the poll after the jump.Continue reading Citroen to follow Fiat's lead with DS3 Airflow convertible [w/poll] Citroen to follow Fiat's lead with DS3 Airflow convertible [w/poll] originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 15 May 2011 11:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsIs the Citroën DS the Ultimate Legend on Wheels? If not, what is?Filed under: Frankfurt Motor Show, Classics, Sedan, Europe, Citroën, Design/Style 
Citroën DS - Click above for high-res image gallery
To mark the 125th anniversary of the automobile, Auto News Europe is hosting a poll to determine which car represents the Ultimate Legend on Wheels. The Citroën DS is certainly near the top of our list of contenders, but the organizers have put together a group of 130 candidates, so determining the winner is going to take some work.
The list is populated with 10 entries from each of the last 13 decades, and includes names like the Jaguar E-Type, Mercedes-Benz 300SL, Ford Mustang, BMW 2002 and Porsche 911. This won't be an easy choice. The Citroën DS may have been the pinnacle of style and grace in its day, but it's got plenty of stiff competition to best.
To make things more interesting, each voter will have the chance to win a trip to the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, where the Ultimate Legend on Wheels will be crowned. The lucky voter will get free travel and accommodations, as well as a free pass to the rest of the show. Head over to the Legends on Wheels website to enter your vote.Is the Citroën DS the Ultimate Legend on Wheels? If not, what is? originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 11 May 2011 07:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | CommentsCitroën DS5 revealed in Shanghai [w/video]Filed under: Hybrid, Wagon, Europe, Videos, Hatchback, Citroën, Shanghai Motor Show, Design/Style, Diesel 
Citroën DS5 - Click above for high-res image gallery
Citroën has taken the digital wraps off of its upcoming DS5 as part of its debut at this week's Shanghai Motor Show, and from the looks of things, the new model is about as sexy as a small wagon/hatch can be. There's plenty of influence from the smaller DS3 thanks to an aggressively swept nose and curvaceous flanks, though expect to find a lot more interior room on board. The new production Citroën takes dead aim at manufacturers like BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz, albeit with a uniquely French sensibility.
Technically, the DS5 is based on the Peugeot 508 platform, which means that the Citroën will likely inherit some of that sedan's favorable driving characteristics. Drivetrain options are still up in the air at the moment, though word has it that buyers will be able to get their hands on a hybrid version once the car sees showrooms. In that guise, the wagon will boast around 200 horsepower thanks to a diesel engine up front and an electric motor out back.
Hit the jump to check out the full video unveil and to check out the official press release. Thanks for the tip, Walter!
[Source: Citroën via Autoblog.it]Continue reading Citroën DS5 revealed in Shanghai [w/video] Citroën DS5 revealed in Shanghai [w/video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments
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