CITROËN LA 2 DEUCHE CONCEPT - FIRST LOOK
The Citroen La 2 Deuche concept is a fully electric, license free reimagining of the legendary 1945 Citroen 2CV, the "deuche" that French families adored for decades. Created by designer Jean Louis Bui, it wraps the silhouette of the original Deux Chevaux around a modern electric drivetrain, so the charm of the classic 2CV returns in a form built for city streets in 2022 and beyond.
What is the Citroen La 2 Deuche concept?
The original 1945 Citroen 2CV was the first front-wheel-drive automobile ever built, with more than 3.8 million units sold between 1948 and 1990. Even after all these years, the appeal of this Citroen 2CV concept lineage still dazzles enthusiasts. Known affectionately as the "umbrella on wheels," the 2CV had a roll-back sunroof and a fixed profile convertible body, and the new La 2 Deuche carries that DNA forward. According to autoevolution, the concept shows what a charming, retro styled alternative to the Citroen Ami could have been.
How did the designer modernize the 2CV?
Designer Jean Louis Bui drew on the simple lines of the original silhouette, especially the bi-tone Charleston version, then gave it an electric heart and a contemporary appearance. As Yanko Design details, the dual tone color split and clean modern surfaces honor the heritage while feeling fresh.
What makes the La 2 Deuche stand out?
This mischievous little car has an airy feel. The area above the wheels, the headlights, and the roof's accordion-like retraction mechanism that turns it into a convertible all display the vehicle's retro character. Sized as a license free city car, it can carry two passengers and slot into the same urban niche as compact electric runabouts, as covered by Tuvie Design.
Where can you find cars in this spirit?
Compact, electric and design led, the La 2 Deuche shares the spirit of TheArsenale's most playful machines. Discover the French inspired Renault AIR4 concept art car, the Duo by TheArsenale electric microcar, and two reborn city icons, the Smart Bleu by TheArsenale and the Smart Electric Drive Blackout.
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