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Citroen revives 2CV for electric cars
Citroen's retro 2CV concept aims to boost electric sales with heritage appeal.
In brief
Citroen's retro 2CV concept aims to boost electric sales with heritage appeal. Citroen plans to sell a £13,000 electric 2CV by 2028 to compete with Chinese EVs. Originally reported by BBC News.
Citroen revives 2CV
French carmaker Citroen brings back its 2CV brand to boost electric car sales in a difficult market.
Paris Motor Show concept
New model unveiled at Paris Motor Show is a small city runabout with retro styling for 2028 sales.
2CV heritage
Original 2CV launched in 1948 as cheap, robust vehicle for French farmers and country folk.
2CV design features
High wheel arches, tall roof, and eye-like headlights recall original 2CV's iconic style.
Retro trend in EVs
Carmakers use retro styling to sell electric cars to skeptical consumers amid Chinese competition.
Renault's strategy
Renault revived 5 and 4 brands with retro styling to compete in electric market.
Price and future
New 2CV expected to sell for £13,000 by 2028 to compete with Chinese EVs.
The main idea
Citroen plans to sell a £13,000 electric 2CV by 2028 to compete with Chinese EVs.
