The Citroën Revolte is a

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that was presented and produced by

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at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Overview

The design of the Revolte is based on the historical

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. The concept car shows the changes that have been happening in terms of the role

s and that style and elegance have become as important as economy and practicality. The Citroën Revolte is related to the Citroën Survolt. The Revolte concept features

's bold design, which has become part of its history bringing a new contemporary approach to its

s. The Revolte is 3.68m long, 1.73m wide and 1.35m tall. With well defined wheel arches, curving

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, forceful lines and sculpted sides, matching the roof line, the Revolte has a sleek and elegant profile, similar to that of the Citroën Survolt, a

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developed in 2010 by

. The concept car was fully manufactured in the workshops of Estech France.

Engine and drivetrain

The concept car is powered by both a rechargeable

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and a small-capacity conventional combustion engine. The Revolte is able to deliver zero-emission driving thanks to its all-electric ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle) mode. The combined engines make , of torque, allowing for a top speed of and in five seconds.

References

External links

Citroën Revolte official page
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