The Revival of a Classic: Citroën Unveils New Electric Version of Its 2CV
Citroën says the design study revives the original van’s simple, low-cost formula for businesses and delivery drivers, with production details still unconfirmed.
- On Sunday, Citroën unveiled an electric 2CV concept at the Paris Motor Show, confirming a production version will arrive in showrooms by 2028.
- Citroën CEO Xavier Chardon described the vehicle as a "modern, ingenious and refreshing response to the mobility challenges of tomorrow," leveraging heritage to counter aggressive Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers.
- Targeting a starting price of around €15,000, the concept weighs under 1,000kg and measures 3.76m in length, featuring retro cues like high flared wheel arches and a roll-back fabric roof.
- Automotive editor David Leggett warns the 2CV must function as a "credible modern electric car" rather than rely solely on nostalgia to achieve widespread appeal.
- Citroën aims to build the car in Europe, potentially benefiting from "Made in Europe" incentives as European manufacturers increasingly adopt heritage branding to counter existential threats from new global competitors.
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After almost 40 years since its departure from the market, the legendary Citroën 2CV is expected to return in a fully electric version, being presented at the Paris Motor Show. The new model retains the characteristic design of its predecessor, with round headlights, vertical windshield and simple appearance. The company aims to make the vehicle affordable, with an estimated price of around 15 thousand euros. The car is expected to weigh less th…
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The revival of a classic: Citroën unveils new electric version of its 2CV
French car manufacturer Citroën has unveiled a new electric version of its classic 2CV. Although still a concept vehicle, the company says it plans to put the car into production within the next two years.
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