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Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age

The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals.

* The retro-styled vehicle is designed to evoke memories of the original 2CV, launched in 1948
* The company plans to put a production version on sale by 2028, priced around £13,000
* Citroen's move follows other European manufacturers like VW and Renault in using heritage to sell modern cars
* Industry experts say nostalgia could be a powerful tool for established brands competing with Chinese manufacturers
* However, analysts warn that the new car will need to be more than just a retro-style vehicle to succeed