Citroen Metropolis Concept
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21st April, 2010
Citroen has revealed the spectacular new Metropolis - a
sleek and 'muscular' concept car that pays homage to China’s extraordinary development. Designed by
Citroën’s international design team - based in Shanghai since 2008 - Metropolis will be on show in the
French Pavilion at the Shanghai World Fair from 1st May to 31st October, 2010.
Reflecting China’s avant-garde status, grandeur and vitality, the sleek limousine concept immerses
itself in ‘Créative Technologie’, balancing environmental responsibility with luxurious comfort and
driving pleasure. Incorporating a plug-in hybrid drivetrain and Hydractive suspension, Metropolis
produces CO2 emissions of just 70 g/km - approximately one fifth that of a conventional engine with
equivalent performance.
Citroen Metropolis’ distinctive silhouette is a vision of thoughtful and sophisticated luxury with an
imposing stature (5.3m long, 2m wide & 1.4m high), reflecting the dynamism and ambition of China in the
21st Century. Powerful and engaging, Metropolis’ subtle ‘Pearl Silk’ body colour changes under different
light conditions, revealing the model’s generous curves and ultra-honed detailing.
The Citroen Metropolis concept blends taut lines with smooth surfaces, evidenced particularly at the
front where the sculpted, incisive guards and kite-shaped grille merge with the harmonious contours of
the bonnet. The streamlined headlamps have an imperious and steely look, giving Metropolis a natural air
of authority.
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At the rear, Metropolis carefully balances width and stability with flowing aerodynamic lines -
incorporating an active spoiler - and signature Citroën design flourishes, such as a concave rear window.
Chrome touches around the side windows visually elongate the cabin, while ‘origami’ quarter-lights appear
to float in the air - and also house a light source.
Metropolis’ powerful hybrid drivetrain utilises an optimised 2-litre V6 petrol engine and a 7-speed,
dual-clutch electronic gearbox. At low speeds, Metropolis runs in Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mode, with
its electric motor developing a continuous 40 kW, peaking at 70 kW. At steady speeds on main roads and
motorways, the petrol powerplant efficiently provides 200 kW of power and 375 Nm of torque. When additional
performance is required, such as during overtaking, the car uses both the electric motor and the combustion
engine to deliver a maximum power output of 345 kW and 430 Nm of torque - equivalent to a 4-litre V8 petrol
engine. There’s also a four-wheel drive mode for when extra grip is needed.
Delivering a smooth and cosseting ride experience, Metropolis is specified with Citroën’s renowned
Hydractive suspension, which dampens even the roughest of road surfaces and improves the car’s aerodynamic
performance - further helping to reduce CO2 emissions.
China is the world’s largest automotive market and Citroën’s second largest market outside Europe -
having been established there for 20 years. The Shanghai World Fair is an opportunity for the brand to
reassert its international character and to show, once again, the importance it places on the needs and
expectations of this rapidly developing market. With Metropolis, Citroën demonstrates that a blend of
Chinese and French sensibilities can provide a beautiful vision for the future.
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