Showing posts with label Citroen DS3. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Citroen DS3. Show all posts

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Citroën Plugs Into the Grid with New DS3 Electrum Concept


Not to miss out on the electric car fad, Citroën is presenting a new take in the segment with a conceptual version of its DS3 supermini at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.

The not-too-brightly named DS3 Electrum might look like a regular model on the outside but under the hood, it replaces the internal combustion engine with a pair of 65kW 87Hp) electric motors.

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Monday, September 17, 2012

Citroen to Unveil DS3 Electrum Concept at the Paris Motor Show


While the DS3 Cabrio may steal most glances at Citroen’s Paris Auto Show stand, the brand with the double chevron logo will also display another interesting version of its stylish hatchback.

The DS3 Electrum is an all-electric plug-in concept of the firm's chic supermini. Its drivetrain features two 65 kW (87HP) electric motors on the front axle and a Panasonic 17.5 kWh lithium-ion battery that can be charged via a socket hidden under the classic fuel cap.

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