2011 The Citroen DS3 R Review

The French automaker Citroen will unveil a high performance R version of the DS3 hatchback this March at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The DS3 R (Racing) will go on sale in the second half of 2010 and will be limited to 1000 units.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Front Angle View

The car pictured features wider wheel flarings housing bigger hoops and riding on a dropped suspension. Sources peg it at 15 millimeters stouter than stock, with NAFTA four-pot brakes front and rear. Under the hood, the 1.6-liter turbo four is tipped to produce between 200 and 210 horsepower, driving through a six-speed manual (the jury's still out on the presence of a limited-slip differential) and likely to the front wheels to propel the DS3 Racing to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds. The Halloween livery may be a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but this is likely what we'll see, if the reports prove accurate at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. For our part, we'll take ours in deep blue, with a big red leaping bull on the side and our names printed above the doors.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Sport Car

New Generations Citroen C-Zero

The Electric vehicle is to become a common household item whether it is a new Peugeot Ion or even a new Citroen. Kent and the rest of the UK have been notified that the year of the electric car has been named by the Government as next year, 2011. Cars that are eligible for grants will shortly be announced but only after the three main electric vehicles go on sale next month. The government is seeking a real change in the way we perceive our everyday travels and car usage.

New Generations Citroen C-Zero

2011 The Citroën C-ZERO is a supermini

The C-ZERO is the French version of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV electric vehicle, based on the Mitsubishi i a kei car sold in Japan, and is the result of the partnership between PSA and Mitsubishi. After the Peugeot iOn was presented at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the Citroen C-ZERO marks the second part of the marketing of electric vehicles in Europe . The C-ZERO expands Citroëns small-vehicle range with a 100% electric car. It is designed to facilitate urban mobility: small size, quick charging and sufficient range for daily commutes.

Citroen claims a top speed of 80mph and says the car will accelerate from 37-56mph in six seconds. Of more interest is the range. A conservative estimate of 80 miles will be enough for most owners.

The Citroën C-Zero will go on sale during early 2011

So for Citroen, extending its relationship with Mitsubishi to re-badge the Japanese maker’s electric city car must have been a no-brainer. The result is the C-ZERO – a new version of the zero-emission i-MiEV.

And re-badged is the best way to describe it. While Citroen has replaced Mitsubishi’s three diamonds with its own double chevrons on the bonnet, in every other way the C-ZERO is visually identical to its Japanese cousin.

After the Peugeot iOn was presented at the last Frankfurt Auto Show, the Citroen C-ZERO marks the second part of the partnership between PSA and Mitsubishi to market electric vehicles in Europe. It will be offered to individuals, companies and administrations and local communities.

The C-ZERO was premiered at the World Exhibition in Brussels in January 2010 and will be launched on the market during the last quarter of 2010, like its sister the Peugeot iOn.

Citroën is continuing its development of electric cars, through its commercial vehicle, the Berlingo First Electric, in cooperation with the manufacturer specialist Venturi. It will be sold before next summer.

2011 Citroen Survolt feature and pictures

This was most notable in the UK with the revised London Congestion Charge system. Previously any cars utilising alt-fuel technology were granted complete exemption from the charge however now cars must have Euro V compliant engines and CO2 emissions below the 100g/km threshold to qualify for the 100 per cent discount.

2011 Citroen DS3 R

2011 Citroen DS3 R Sport Car Series

Citroen will unveil the hatchback version of the 2010 Citroen DS3-R in the month of March during the Geneva Motor Show. The R version of the DS3 will be limited to just 1000 units, and according to the company said, the model is notable for its strikingly sporty character in its equipment and the use of carbon fiber.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Side View

As for engines, the 2010 Citroen DS3-R model has an engine that is based on the THP petrol, 1.6-liter that generates 150 hp, but that was amended by Citroën which generates 200 hp.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Rear Angle View

Furthermore, the model has a retouched suspension and chassis modified to improve performance. The 2010 Citroen DS3-R also has a carbon finish in the front bumper, on the skirts of the chassis and the flaps that cover the wheels, which have some 18 "wheels.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Picture

To complete the exterior look, the 2010 Citroen DS3-R model also has a diffuser made of carbon fiber. The exclusivity of the model is evident in the colors to be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show. On the inside, the model also has elements of carbon, as shown on the instrument panel and steering wheel, door armrests and the supports of the upper instrument panel.

2011 Citroen DS3 R Interior


2011 Citroen DS3 R Front Angle View


2011 Citroen DS3 R First Look


2011 Citroen DS3 R

2011 Citroen DS3 R Photos

2011 Citroen DS3 R Front Angle View

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2011 Citroen DS3 R

2011 Citroen DS3 R Side View

2011 Citroen DS3 R Interior

2011 Citroen DS3 R First Look

2011 Citroen DS3 R Rear Angle View

2011 Citroen DS3 R Sport Car Series