
The French automakers are known for their extreme concepts, and today's unveiling of the C-Métisse by Citroën is a great example of their reputation. This concept is a four door coupe design with a definite Grand Touring theme. The sporty C-Métisse is also a diesel hybrid, with electric motors powering the rear wheels, much of which has been demonstrated in the C4 HDi Hybrid.
The hybrid drivetrain, including the two 20 bhp electric motors, can run in a ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) mode for a range of 3 km at 30 kph, or around 1.8 miles and 18 miles per hour for those not on the metric system. The 208 bhp diesel V6 in the front of the vehicle is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The C-Métisse may not make it into production with its gull wing doors up front or the swing away doors in the rear, but certain design elements or technologies could find their way into a production vehicle. We think the C-Métisse would be a great basis for a four seat coupe to sit beside the C6 sedan. Even if that doesn't happen, the hybrid drivetrain may be integrated into the C6.
John Neff sent us some really nice live shots, as well as a collection of press photos and the press release. Check them out after the jump.












