Citroen has released pictures of its C5 Airscape coupe-cabriolet concept. The concept should also give us a good idea of what the C5 sedan will look like when it debuts at either the Frankfurt or Geneva Auto Show. The 4-seater coupe-cabriolet looks like it has a conventional cloth top, but it actually has a roof entirely made of carbon.
The C5 Airscape is powered by a 208 horsepower 2.7 liter V6 HDi and uses a Snow Motion traction control system that promises traction close to that of an all-wheel drive car. The C5 Airscape is also equipped with what Citroen calls an “UrbanHybrid” system. The system basically stores energy recovered during the deceleration and braking phases and it uses it not only for the onboard network (air conditioning, radio etc.) but also to temporarily boost engine torque when required. It also shuts off the engine when the vehicles is at a standstill, starting it again at the touch of the accelerator pedal.
The C5 Airscape will be shown at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show.
