All-Electric Citroen C1 ev'ie Launched in Britain
April 30, 2009
A new, pure electric version of Citroen's C1 minicar has gone on sale in the U.K. Dubbed C1 ev'ie, the zero-emission four-seater is the work of Electric Car Corporation Plc. (EEC), a British firm that converts standard C1s into electric-powered vehicles. The only difference between Citroen's standard C1 and EEC's plug-in C1 ev'ie concerns the replacement of the combustion engine with a 30kw electric motor that is powered by a set of lithium-ion batteries positioned under the bonnet as well as in the place where the fuel tank used to be.
The C1 ev'ie can reach a top speed of 60mph (96km/h) and has a range between 60 and 75 miles (100 - 120km) on a full charge. According to EEC's claims, the C1 ev'ie can be fully charged in 6-7 hours from a domestic 13 amp socket at a cost of around 90p (about a US$1.20).
ECC said that it expects to produce around 500 C1 ev'ies over the next 12 months, rising to between 2,000 and 4,000 units in 2010, dependent upon "demand and government support".
Available in both three-door and five-door trims, the C1 ev'ie is priced at a steep £16,850 or about the equivalent of $25,000 U.S. That's more than double the price of the standard C1 with a 68HP 1.0-liter engine that returns an average of 62.8mpg UK (52.3mpg US or 4.5lt/100km) and has an OTR of £7,795 or with Citroen UK's existing offer, £6,395.
Citroen Rolls out Special Edition C1 Splash
January 16, 2009
In an attempt to boost sales, Citroen UK has released a new special edition version of its recently facelifted C1. The C1 Splash is based on the new 1.0i 68hp VT model and is available with 3 or 5 doors. It benefits from extra equipment like air conditioning, front electric windows and remote control central locking, as well as two new exclusive body colors – metallic Electra Blue or Lipizian White. Furthermore, the blue C1 Splash will feature white door mirrors while the white car, metallic black mirrors. Prices for the C1 Splash start from £7,345 and include a £800 cashback offer.
Citroen's facelifted C1 on Sale in the UK from £7,595
January 8, 2009
The modestly updated C1 mini car is now on sale in the UK with prices ranging from £7,595 for the entry-level 68HP 1.0-liter petrol version to £9,395 for the 55HP 1.4-liter diesel variant. Featuring a restyled front end, new body colors and trims, as well as lower CO2 emissions and improved fuel economy, the C1 is available in two trims, VT and VTR. Hit the jump for detailed pricing.2009 CITROEN C1 PRICES | ||
VT | 1.0i 12V 68hp 3Dr | £7,595.00 |
1.0i 12V 68hp 5Dr | £7,945.00 | |
VTR | 1.0i 12V 68hp 3Dr | £8,095.00 |
1.0i 12V 68hp 5Dr | £8,445.00 | |
1.4HDi 55hp 5Dr | £9,395.00 | |
Peugeot - Citroen and Toyota Produce One Millionth Mini
December 2, 2008
PSA Peugeot Citroen and Toyota are celebrating the production of their one-millionth, co-developed minicar at their joint-venture manufacturing plant in Kolin, the Czech Republic. The Peugeot 107, Citroën C1 and Toyota AYGO, where introduced into the European market in the first half of 2005 having all received a minor facelift in 2008. The three tiny, A-Class vehicles are available in either a 3- or 5-door version and with either a petrol or diesel engine. 
Citroen C1 Mini Receives Subtle Facelift
November 3, 2008
Citroen has revealed the first details of its updated C1 mini that will go on sale across mainland Europe during November/December (depending on the market) and from January 2009 in the UK. The Citroen C1 which is part of the Peugeot 107 and Toyota Aygo triplets has received some minor styling changes to the front end and in particular a redesigned bumper complementing the looks of the recently updated C2. There are also new alloy wheel designs and trims whilst inside the French automaker upgraded the cabin with new upholstery and materials.
Even though Citroen has not provided any specific mechanical details, the French automaker supports that the vehicle's environmental and economical credentials have also been improved. According to Citroen, the 68HP 1.0-liter, three-cylinder petrol engine boasts lowered CO2 emissions of 106g/km (-2.7%), and a combined-cycle fuel consumption figure of 4.5 lt/100 km or 62.8mpg UK / 52.3mpg US (+2.1%).
As before, the C1 will also be available with a 1.4-liter HDI diesel unit that develops 55HP at 4,000 rpm and torque of 130 Nm at 1,750 rpm and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The diesel-powered C1 achieves a combined-cycle fuel consumption of 4.1 l/100 km or 69.0mpg UK / 57.3mpg US and emits just 109 g/km of C02.
