Citroën wants to speak Chinese: its next two new models will only be sold in China

Apparently, Citroën wants to conquer the Chinese market, and it will do so in full, seeking to position itself with models designed solely and exclusively for buyers in that country. Chinese buyers tend to look for cars that fully suit their tastes and customs, so it is only natural that manufacturers are eager to design models to appeal to their potential customers in this country.

The French manufacturer’s bet does not have a flagship in China, so two models have been launched with the aim of positioning themselves in this market. Both will be shown at the 2016 Beijing Motor Show, which opens in a few days. The first of them is the Citroën C6, of which much of the data is being kept secret, awaiting its unveiling at the Chinese event.

Two cars designed for the Chinese market with the French emblem

This new Citroën C6 has a length of 4.96 metres, slightly longer than a BMW 5 Series. Beyond that, we know nothing more about the car’s technical specifications, although they have mentioned that the design will focus on offering generous cabin space, quality materials and an interior ambience. We can also assume it will be based on the PF2 platform, which also serves as the basis for the current Citroën C4.

The other model that will debut in Beijing will be a fully electric version of the Citroën C-Elysée. The production model is scheduled for next year, 2017, so we will have to wait a little to see it driving freely on the streets of the Asian country.

It will be equipped with a lithium-ion battery that, according to the brand itself, will allow it to travel around 290 kilometres, a fairly attractive range. In addition, the charging process can be reduced to as little as 30 minutes, although with a standard charger it can take up to 6 hours.

Both are designed for China and are not planned to be launched in other markets, not even in Europe, so we will have to make do with seeing them in Asia. Let us hope they change their minds and eventually make it to our country.

Via | Carscoops