Less than two months ago, the director of Citroën , Linda Jackson, came out with a statement that she was considering the return of the legendary Méhari model . However, everything is in the phase of analyzing the possible (failure) of the light leisure model with increased ground clearance. But it does not mean that you cannot find a similar car on the market today, and what's more, that it is not produced by the double arrow itself !
However, you will look in vain for the Citroën logo on the 3.69 meter long , 1.71 meter wide and 1.61 meter high car called Bluesummer . Behind its construction is another French company, Bolloré , which deals primarily with the electrification of transport. In addition, he already has several purely electric models on his account, including the Bluecar hatchback , which is part of the so-called carsharing in Paris.
But back to the two-door vehicle, the basis of which is a steel frame , but the body uses a large percentage of thermoplastic polymers. The agreement between Bolloré and PSA states that production will take place at the concern's factory in Rennes from September, and subsequent sales, including marketing, through Citroën's French dealerships. The maximum daily production is 15 units, a maximum of 3,500 open four-seater models are produced per year.
It is powered by an electric motor with a maximum output of 68 hp (in the press release, however, a nominal output of 48 hp is also indicated), which at a weight of 1,285 kilograms is sufficient for a maximum speed of 110 km/h. The lithium-metal polymer batteries with a lifespan of 400,000 kilometers located under the floor of the car have a capacity of 30 kWh , and Bluesummer can travel up to 200 kilometers with them on a single charge. In addition to four people, 200 liters of cargo can fit inside, and even 600 liters more when the seats are folded down. And even if the car will drive with the sky open in most cases, in case of inclement weather Bolloré offers a canvas roof including side windows.
Source: Bolloré, PSA
