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CITROEN Numero 9

The Concept Car "NUMÉRO 9" Symbolizing the Future of the DS Line

Citroën is launching sales of its DS line in China this year. The centerpiece of its booth is the "Numero 9," shrouded in an alluring atmosphere. A report from the scene by motor journalist Tatsuya Kushima.

Text by KUSHIMA Tatsuya

An Alluring World

The Citroën booth, with its seductive design, held the Numero 9 in its depths, drawing crowds. Its imposing dimensions, nearly reaching 5 meters in length, exuded an undeniable presence.

I described the atmosphere as "alluring" because the entire booth was bathed in purple tones. Above the Numero 9, chandeliers hung from the ceiling, sparkling brilliantly. It was a truly glamorous world, meticulously crafted.

As for the Numero 9 itself, its most striking feature is its extremely low ride height. The body appears slender, with minimal glass surfaces. Despite being a five-door, the rear doors lack handles, giving it the appearance of a coupe. It could be described as a crossover bridging the gap between a sedan, coupe, and hatchback.

Naturally, this is a concept car and will not be released as is.As stated in the pre-release information,it proposes the future of the DS series. According to prior announcements, the powertrain is a plug-in hybrid featuring a 1.6-liter engine. However, its design, rather than its power source, possesses the true allure, a testament to Citroën's mastery.