Citroen Oli concept is a quirky take on sustainable mobility
Citroen has taken the wraps off its newest concept vehicle, the Oli. The EV is based on the Ami all-electric hatchback and showcases the brand's future design philosophy. The French carmaker describes the vehicle as a "working platform" and a "multi-purpose electric device," as it can be used to charge various electrical equipment or even as a backup power source.
Why does this story matter?
With the focus shifting toward green mobility solutions, almost every automaker is planning to join the revolution by introducing either Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) or Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs). Citroen has taken sustainability to a new level with the use of 100% recycled materials in its Oli concept. The brand is essentially laying the foundation for lightweight and affordable EVs in the future.
The car has a vertical windscreen and silvered skid plates
The Citroen Oli concept EV has a quirky design language and flaunts a clamshell bonnet with air scoops, a closed-off grille with the brand's new logo, LED headlights, silvered skid plates, a sloping roofline, and a vertical windscreen. On the sides, the EV is flanked by ORVMs, roof rails, flared wheel arches, and designer wheels. Wrap-around LED taillights are available at the rear end.
It promises a range of up to 400km per charge
The Oli concept has vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) capabilities. It is powered by an electric motor linked to a 40kWh battery pack. The setup delivers a claimed range of up to 400km on a single charge. The top speed is restricted to 110km/h.
The cabin is made using fully recycled materials
Inside, the Oli concept has a two-seater cabin made of 100% recycled materials. The minimalist dashboard houses a steering wheel and a central beam that gets an electrified rail with sliding USB sockets for electrical accessories. It also has a storage shelf made of 3D-printed thermoplastic featuring flexible "mushrooms" designed to hold objects like coffee cups. It skips the traditional infotainment panel.
Citroen Oli concept: Availability
The availability details will not be disclosed to the general public by Citroen, as the Oli is a concept vehicle. However, we expect the French carmaker to utilize the platform for future sustainable mobility solutions.
