Future MPV design trend? Citroen Tubik, not stupid?

[KARTer]

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Yet another interesting mobility idea to be seen for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show is Citroen's Tubik concept - a high-tech, high-comfort, connected executive shuttle. The idea came from Citroen's Multicity project, an online route-finder portal that provides a door-to-destination transport solution using all available modes - car, train, bus, plane etc.

 

 

In looking at the big picture, Citroen realised that something was missing - a vehicle was needed that was more than a taxi and more flexible than a limousine. The Citroen Tubik is that solution.

 

It has been fashioned using the latest technologies to be uber-comfortable with a flexible interior adaptable to carry a group of people or a single person and luggage.

 

 

To make Tubik look even more protective, Citroen designers combined two contrasting colours: the metal grey of the body shell envelops the pearlescent white at either end, marking the position of the combustion engine (at the front) and electric motor (at the rear) used by the full-hybrid diesel drive train.

 

With this simple but attractive exterior, the large two-way panoramic window and two large doors giving access to the driving position and living area are barely visible. The driver's door is rear-opening while the side door runs in a circle to free up the entire side of the vehicle.

 

Edited September 29, 2011 by KARTer

[Vega]

how come the front looks like a pig!!

[KARTer]

Installed in the black full-grain leather seat, the driver is identified by a system of fingerprint recognition. Around them, on the head-up display and the screen positioned in the centre of the steering wheel, is all the information required for navigation. To see what's happening behind the vehicle, a screen shows the pictures from the reverse and rearview cameras.

 

The living area is a lounge-style cocoon. The living area features materials borrowed from the worlds of architecture and interior design: felt seats, silken backrests and door panels, and a leather floor. The light ambience of the cabin brings out the nuances in the colours and materials. To see without being seen, the moucharaby and large two-way panoramic window are an original way for passengers to see out easily, without others looking in.

 

Passengers can arrange the three rows of seats as they wish. Each seat is independent for maximum comfort. The first row of seats lets two people sit facing the road or facing the other passengers. The middle row can seat up to three people or, alternatively, it can be converted into a small table, be folded onto the last row to free up an area of almost 2m

Edited September 29, 2011 by KARTer

[Hermitage]

Unlikely to ever go into production. Interesting concept nevertheless...

[Mockngbrd]

Jack Neo will buy

[Ghostrider]

Sell in SG sure die...cannot open the doors !! hahahahaha....

[KARTer]

Sabbie also??

[KARTer]

better than ktv lounge or H81 room.....

 

[KARTer]

how come the front looks like a pig!!

must give an innocent look outside.... inside very comfy and private

[Tigerwoods]

Everything looks good EXCEPT the Front looks like a PIG Face. They got to change that and it will be perfect.

[Maka]

This really would be the joke of the day. The driver paying for the car and yet be treated or at least looks like a taxi driver. [laugh]

[KARTer]

Everything looks good EXCEPT the Front looks like a PIG Face. They got to change that and it will be perfect.

ya, its such a big contrast between the design/aethetics of the interior and exterior.... its one of the worst looking cars from outside..

[Vhtfhwlego]

The japs will love it

[Fuelsaver]

have money sure buy, subject to -

 

1. mod piggy front look (look like ANGRY BIRDS enemy);

 

2. tsi / similar technology in smaller cc engine (not > 2000cc).

[Tigerwoods]

ya, its such a big contrast between the design/aethetics of the interior and exterior.... its one of the worst looking cars from outside..

The front looks a bit like Angry Bird Pig Faces...

[Davetan86]

looks more like a van than a MPV to me.. But i expect more from Citroen as all their outcoming DS models are really nice looking

[Maxus-MIFA9]

When coming to Singapore ?

[Zapp]

Hahaha!