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New Model Teased for DS Line

Citroen will unveil a new DS model at the Beijing Motor Show.

Text by HORIGUCHI Yoshihiro (OPENERS)

Evolution of the DS Wild Rubis

Citroen will present a new DS model, described as "combining strength and elegance," at the Beijing Motor Show, which begins on the 19th.

Only the area around the taillights has been revealed in advance. However, its appearance seems very similar to the "DS Wild Rubis" that appeared at last year'sShanghai Motor Show . The Shanghai and Beijing Motor Shows are held alternately every other year as "Auto China," so it is natural to view this as an extension of last year's concept car.DS Wild Rubis . It is natural to view this as an extension of last year's concept car.

The DS Wild Rubis is a crossover SUV with dimensions of 4,700mm in length, 1,950mm in width, and 1,590mm in height. Its powertrain is a hybrid system featuring a 1.6-liter turbo engine producing 165kW driving the front wheels, and an electric motor generating 70ps driving the rear wheels. It is a plug-in hybrid equipped with a lithium-ion battery, capable of charging from an external power source, and could travel 50km on electric power alone.

DS3 DS3 Cabrio DS4 DS5, will be unveiled on the press day of the Beijing Motor Show.