Citroën DS3 Cabrio 2012 (Topic Ufficiale)

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First images & details released for Citroën DS3 Cabrio. World Premiere at Paris Motor Show 2012

Maintains convenience & performance of DS3 hatchback, with thrills & driving pleasure of a convertible

Class-topping occupant & boot space

Soundproofing comparable to a hatchback when roof closed

Weight increase of 25kg compared to hatchback - just 25% of typical hatchback to convertible weight gain

Soft-top roof available in three designs with further style refinements throughout

Available from early 2013

At the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Citroën will unveil the latest advance in the DS line, DS3 Cabrio, a cabriolet version of the multi-award winning DS3 that uses intelligent design to make top-down driving considerably easier and more enjoyable.

Since its launch in 2010, DS3's distinctive style and enhanced personalisation options have won the hearts and minds of both public and press. DS3 has already generated a string of awards, over 180,000 sales worldwide and a line of special editions and new versions including DS3 Racing and DS3 Ultra Prestige.

A striking addition to the DS3 range, DS3 Cabrio features all the hallmarks and thrills of DS3, with bold styling, sophisticated refinement, extensive personalisation and enjoyable handling, combined with the pleasure of al-fresco driving.

Continuing DS3's personalisation options, three soft-top roof styles will be available - black, Infinite blue and a DS Monogrammed design. An innovative 3D rear light signature and original tailgate opening action add to the refinements.

Injecting fresh modernity into the cabriolet segment, DS3 Cabrio offers drivers:

an electrically operated roof up to motorway speeds

the only adult 5-seater in the class

the largest boot in the class

DS3 CABRIO: FIRST DETAILS

At 3.95m long, 1.71m wide and 1.46 m high, DS3 Cabrio retains the hatchback's compact and agile proportions. All the bold styling choices are retained, from the ‘floating' two-tone roof and dynamic ‘shark fin', to the sculpted front-end with its instantly recognisable LED daytime running light signature.

The soft-top roof becomes a new source of personalisation, available in a range of colours and designs that add to the model's unique personality. DS3 Cabrio owners can specify one of seven body colours with the folding roof available in three designs - black, Infinite blue and DS Monogramme.

The sophisticated Infinite blue soft-top uses three different coloured threads - one of which is shiny - each reacting differently to changes in light conditions and creating delicate hues of blue and violet.

The DS logo, now synonymous with refinement and style, features on the Monogramme roof in a subtle design achieved by two contrasting Jacquard grey tones with Moondust grey.

Inside, DS3 Cabrio is just as distinctive with:

White LED ambient lighting on the ceiling-mounted console, which is home to the roof opening control

White lighting around the instrument cluster and automatic air conditioning displays

A high-end feel and outstanding acoustic comfort from the inner-lining of the soft-top roof

All-new upholstery including Granit blue leather and Akinen weft available in Mistral (dark grey), Chic brown and Infinite blue

Decors on the dashboard strip, air vent surrounds and gear stick knob are also colour-coded to the body paint and soft-top. Six decors are available - grey, Brillant black, white, Carbotech, Infinite blue and Moondust grey.

The rear also features a new three-dimensional LED light signature. The all-new 3D LED tail-light technology was inspired by the designs on Citroën's Revolte and Survolt concept cars. The central part of the light is comprised of a rectangular set of 31 LEDs and semi-reflecting mirrors that reflect the light guide into infinity. The 3D unit illuminates at night when the headlamps are turned on and in daylight during braking. A 15-LED blade on the upper part of the light emphasises the 3D unit and acts as both side and stopping lights.

In an elegant piece of detailing, the 3D light features a chrome-finished DS logo set in an embossed black DS setting. A chrome-finished handle also highlights the top of the tailgate.

The DS3 Cabrio combines the benefits of a classic cabriolet with those of a hatchback:

The roof takes just 16 seconds to fully close, up to speeds of 120km/h (75mph). A button on the ceiling console opens the roof to three positions: intermediate, horizontal and total. Even in the horizontal setting, rear passengers get a completely clear view overhead.

The top quality soft-top material delivers standard-setting soundproofing, comparable to that of a hatchback when closed. When the roof is open, an aerodynamic deflector net springs up to provide optimum acoustic comfort by deflecting air currents and preventing air buffeting.

Occupant space is maintained with five adult seats, plus DS3 Cabrio features the largest boot in its class at 245-litres. Unusually for the segment, DS3 Cabrio offers the same cabin space as the hatchback and even retains the 60/40 split-folding rear bench.

The tailgate features an original opening mechanism, which uses a circular motion allowing owners to fully open the boot even when parked close to obstructions.

Aerodynamics identical to that of the hatchback (SCx of 0.69 m2), which maximises performance and helps to maintain low CO2 emissions. Modifications include adding a longer spoiler and aerodynamic deflectors on the quarter-light surrounds.

With a focus on efficiency and minimising kerb weight, DS3 Cabrio is just 25kg heavier than the hatchback - most convertibles are around 100kg more than their hatchback versions. The same rigidity, strength and agility as the hatchback are retained with identical architecture for the sides and structural reinforcements around the boot. The model's handling remains eager and pleasurable whilst maintaining the same high levels of comfort, control and safety.

DS3 Cabrio, produced at the Poissy production site in France, will be launched early in 2013.

Citroen

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Modificato 2 Settembre 2014 da Touareg 2.5

[el Nino]

Mumble mumble...ma allora il lunotto si appoggia all'interno come su 500C? Qui mi sembra un po' più grande...comunque se su 500C può essere un richiamo alla Trasformabile, qui siamo quasi al limite di un grosso tetto apribile in tela...

el Nino

PS: carini i nuovi fari dietro...

[TurboGimmo]

Ma che cagata e'????????????????????'

Lunga vita alla Stilo, povera incompresa

[carpassion]

Incompresa e incomprensibile...

Ma che cagata e'????????????????????'

Lunga vita alla Stilo, povera incompresa

[TurboGimmo]

Incompresa e incomprensibile...

Ma aveva il tetto in vetro che si apriva. Probabilmente ancora oggi e' l'unica con questa soluzione.

La roba abominevole della DS3 mi ricorda la Panda Cafe' con 2 tettucci in tela..

[carpassion]

Purtroppo era un progetto nato vecchio condito con innovazioni che poco venivano valorizzate da un modello così sfortunato.

[Nick for Speed]

Piccolo OT, ma i francesi, con tutta la loro boria, son finiti per copiarci spudoratamente le targhe...? Così quando vengono in ferie qui possono prendersi le multe e scaricarle addosso al povero cristo italiano che si ritrova la stessa sequenza alfanumerica...

Anyway, credevo fosse veramente cabrio questa DS3; in pratica è una tetto apribile...

[carpassion]

Foto: Citroen DS3 Cabrio: Foto Ufficiali

Modificato 30 Agosto 2012 da Touareg 2.5

[el Nino]

Ma che cagata e'?

Lunga vita alla Stilo, povera incompresa

Ma aveva il tetto in vetro che si apriva. Probabilmente ancora oggi e' l'unica con questa soluzione.

La roba abominevole della DS3 mi ricorda la Panda Cafe' con 2 tettucci in tela..

1) la Stilo non fu la prima con questa soluzione, arrivò prima Mercedes con la Classe A

2) la Stilo che hai postato è phiga...tetto in vetro e cerchi a tre razze...non sembra nemmeno sorella di quella di mio padre, grigia, lattoni + plastica (da 16 però) e niente tetto

3) la Panda Cafè è 3 spanne avanti alla DS3 cabrio (air...che?)

Piccolo OT, ma i francesi, con tutta la loro boria, son finiti per copiarci spudoratamente le targhe...? Così quando vengono in ferie qui possono prendersi le multe e scaricarle addosso al povero cristo italiano che si ritrova la stessa sequenza alfanumerica... :|Anyway, credevo fosse veramente cabrio questa DS3; in pratica è una tetto apribile...

Le hanno prese a modello, ma non sono identiche. E comunque le sigle a destra impediscono di confonderle con quelle italiane che hanno il cerchietto giallo senza provincia, il cerchietto con anno di immatricolazione senza provincia, cerchietto giallo con provincia o cerchietto con anno di immatricolazione e provincia (perchè non renderlo obbligatorio per tutte...mah), quindi niente multe. Tra l'altro se non erro, almeno per gli Svizzeri italiani, lo Stato italiano sta iniziando a riscuotere le multe prese nel nostro paese.

el Nino

[Touareg 2.5]

Non appena escono foto ufficiali è meglio postarle in un nuovo thread in concept e anteprime anzichè continuare in quello in spies. Ho spostato i messaggi di Motorpassion con le foto ufficiali in quello che aveva aperto carpassion e ho aggiornato il tutto con delle high-res.

Cromatura sul portellone a parte, devo dire che la preferisco anche alla DS3 normale; molto bella la capote blu.