Citroen Numero 9

Numero 9 is the new concept car designed in the Citroen workshop. It will be presented at the Beijing Motor Show on the 24^th of April. With its elegance, safety and functionality, this car marks a new direction in design when it comes to this French company.

This particular model is made with elements of a coupe and an estate. Passengers will have extra comfort on backseat, which is, for example, very important for the Chinese market. The car is 4.93m long, 1.94m wide, it’s height is only 1.27m, while the wheelbase is exactly 3m. Particular attention was paid to the aerodynamic efficiency (CdA = 0.61) and because of that, there are special features: a rear spoiler that reinforces the fastback effect, windscreen pillars which enhance efficiency of air flow around the car and ‘Turbine’ wheels with integrated fins to increase the air flow around the wheel arches. The frontal profile  is specifically striking, with a dominant grille framed in chrome and LED headlamps.

Depending on the market, there are versions with combined conventional petrol or diesel engine with an electric motor. At the Beijing auto show, the model with a  hybrid engine, that consists of 1.6 THP petrol engine developing 225hp (165kW) and 275Nm of torque, will be presented. Citroen says that electric motor is powered by lithium-ion batteries that can be fully charged in 3½  hours from a standard household socket.

This concept is announcing next three DS line models: a C-segment premium sedan, an SUV and a D-segment executive saloon.

Citroen has launched the DS3 DStyle and DSport Red special editions. The Red model adds extra equipment and a Red Touch interior and exterior pack. Price from £15,655.

Available in either DStyle or DSport trims and in either Polar White or Perla Neta Black, the red touches give the DS3 a sportier flair similar to the limited-edition DS3 Racing.

The DS3 DStyle Red gets Citroen’s ‘Connect Signature’ - that's Bluetooth and USB connectivity in plain English, while the DSport Red gets a ‘City Signature’ pack. Automatic headlights and wipers, rear parking sensors, electric heated and folding door mirrors, an electrochrome rear view mirror, interior mood lighting and a front central armrest are all included.

The exterior finish is matched with white or black 16-inch ‘Ashera’ alloy wheels on DStyle Red models and white or black 17-inch ‘Bellone’ alloys on DSport Red variants.

Under the hood, the DStyle Red is available with a VTi 120 petrol engine or an e-HDi 90 diesel engine. Likewise, the DSport Red offers a THP 155 petrol engine or an e-HDi 115 diesel engine.




Press Release

CITROËN LAUNCHES NEW DS3 RED SPECIAL EDITIONS

• Citroën announces new DS3 DStyle Red & DSport Red special editions
• Available in Polar White or Perla Nera Black with exclusive ‘Red Touch’ interior & exterior
• New Red special editions emphasise DS3’s styling & desirability
• Additional equipment specified as standard

Citroën has launched an exciting range of DS3 Red special editions for the New Year. The new models are based on DS3’s existing DStyle and DSport trim levels, with exclusive styling cues and additional standard equipment. The special edition DS3 Red range is available now, priced from just £15,655.

A TOUCH OF RED

Complementing the Polar White or Perla Nera Black body colours, all DS3 Red models come with an exclusive ‘Red Touch’ interior and exterior pack, which includes a ‘Sport Red’ roof and door mirrors. Also specific to the Red range is the striking ‘Sport Red’ finish to the front grille and chevrons. Inside, the vibrant red customisation continues with a matching red dashboard and door handle surrounds.

Matching the exterior body colour chosen by the customer, DS3 Red models come with white or black 16-inch ‘Ashera’ alloy wheels on DStyle Red models and white or black 17-inch ‘Bellone’ alloys on DSport Red versions. All wheels come complete with ‘Sport Red’ centre caps.

SPECIAL EDITIONS OFFERING MORE

DS3 DStyle Red models are available, as standard, with Citroën’s ‘Connect Signature’ pack, which includes Bluetooth® and USB connectivity, plus an enhanced Hi-Fi system and additional speakers for superior sound quality.

The ‘City Signature’ pack, which comes as standard on DSport Red versions, consists of automatic headlights and wipers, rear parking sensors, electric heated and folding door mirrors, an electrochrome rear view mirror, interior mood lighting and a front central armrest. All DSport Red versions are also specified, as standard, with Bluetooth®, USB connectivity and the same enhanced Hi-Fi system as specified in DStyle Red.

ENGINE OPTIONS & PRICES

DS3 DStyle Red is available with either a VTi 120 petrol engine or an e-HDi 90 Airdream diesel engine that produces just 98g/km of CO2. The DS3 DSport Red is powered by a THP 155 petrol engine, with a 6-speed manual gearbox, or an e-HDi 115 Airdream diesel, also with a 6-speed manual transmission.