ORIGINS COLLECTOR’S EDITION

To kick off its centenary year, the Citroën brand is unveiling an exclusive collector's edition on 6 models in its range (not available in NZ): C1, C3, C3 Aircross Compact SUV, C4 Cactus Hatchback, C-Elysée and C4/Grand C4 SpaceTourer. The special versions will be launched in Europen in the first-half of 2019, paying homage to 100 years of creativity and boldness.

100 YEARS OF COMFORT

ALL-NEW CUSTOMISATION

Each model is available in different stylish and pure body colours: White, Grey and Black.
Instantly recognisable, the collector edition features “Origins” exterior customisation, with Bronze coloured design components.

SPECIAL ORIGINS DESIGN SCHEME

The harmonious scheme stands apart with: Chiné Grey cloth upholstery with Gold top-stitching and an “Origins” label (on C3, C3 Aircross Compact SUV and C4 Cactus Hatchback), a dashboard strip in Mistral TEP with Gold top-stitching (on C3) and special protective mats front and rear.

NOD TO HISTORY

The range-spanning “Origins” Collector’s Edition celebrates the centenary year of a bold and visionary brand by retracing the major successes and key themes of its history, from 1919 to the present day.
The Brand has drawn a parallel in photographs between each new collector edition model and an emblematic Citroën car sharing a point in common.

CITROËN C1 ORIGINS AND 2 CV – 100 YEARS OF AGILITY

Citroën C1 Origins
Citroën C1 is inspired by customers and their lifestyles and makes their day-to-day life easier. Agile and practical, it nips in and out of tight spaces in the city thanks to its compact dimensions and impressive handling.

The 2 CV

A “Very Small Car” or “umbrella on four wheels” able to “transport a basket of eggs over a field without a single one breaking”. These were the specifications set in 1936 before the definitive model was revealed at the 1948 Paris Motor Show.
Find out more about the 2 CV on Citroën Origins

CITROËN C3 ORIGINS AND TRACTION AVANT – 100 YEARS OF CUSTOMISATION

Citroën C3 Origins
A versatile and colourful hatchback, Citroën C3 stands out with its unique body styling, uncompromising comfort and technologies that enhance everyday use.  It also attracts through its customisation potential, with 36 possible combinations outside.

The Traction Avant
Back in the 1930s, motorists could already customise the “pilot” wheels of their Traction Avant in red, yellow or green.
Find out more about the Traction Avant on Citroën Origins

CITROËN C4 CACTUS HATCHBACK AND GS – 100 YEARS OF COMFORT

Citroën C4 Cactus Origins

C4 Cactus Hatchback embodies the Citroën Advanced Comfort® program. It was the first model in Europe to be equipped with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® and Advanced Comfort seats, bringing a “magic carpet ride” effect to the greatest number.

The GS

The GS was the first car to make hydropneumatic suspension broadly available. Modern through its styling and smart through its bold technology, the GS won the Car of the Year award in 1971.
Find out more about the GS on Citroën Origins

 

CITROËN C3 AIRCROSS SUV AND HALF-TRACK – 100 YEARS OF ADVENTURE

Citroën SUV C3 Aircross Origins
With its go-anywhere body styling and powerful and fresh attitude, C3 Aircross SUV brings adventure-lovers a new experience through its SUV character and Grip Control technology offering grip in all road conditions.

The Autochenille

The adventuresome spirit of C3 Aircross is intrinsic to the Brand’s DNA. In 1922, the Citroën B2 Half-Track Model K1, named the “golden scarab”, was one of the first 5 motorised vehicles in history to cross the Sahara during 3500km.
Find out more about the Autochenille on Citroën Origins

CITROËN C-ELYSÉE ORIGINS AND TRACTION AVANT – 100 YEARS OF SALOONS

Citroën C-Elysée Origins
Citroën C-Elysée is renowned for its comfort and spaciousness. Fully in tune with its times in terms of styling and equipment and stands as an attractive alternative in the Citroën range for customers looking for a modern and affordable three-box body.

The Traction Avant
Going back in time, Citroën created other three-box saloons before C-Elysée. For example, the Traction Avant, featuring a rear trunk that doubled boot capacity. And before that came the Rosalie, a perfectly meeting motorists’ expectations on well-being.
Find out more about the Traction Avant on Citroën Origins

CITROËN C4/GRAND C4 SPACETOURER ORIGINS AND C4F – 100 YEARS OF FAMILY TRAVEL

Citroën C4/Grand C4 Spacetourer Origins
Citroën C4 SpaceTourer and Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer symbolise ingeniousness and adventure. They are cheerful vehicles able to transport 5 to 7 people in singular comfort and boast modern styling and latest-generation engines and technologies.

The C4F
At the end of the 1920s, the Citroën C4 F also demonstrated outstanding practicality. A family car par excellence, it offered 5 seats and a removable rear bench as well as a split-opening tailgate.

CITROËN ORIGINS

THE BRAND’S INTERACTIVE MUSEUM

Are you ready for a journey through time?
With Citroën Origins, discover a 360° view of the exterior and interior of more than 50 iconic models that made Citroën legend. From vintage vehicles, like the Citroën Type A, to those behind the brand’s strength today, such as our race cars and concept cars, see all the legendary vehicles that write Citroën’s history and shed light on its future.