El automotive sector world has undergone changes that have helped society to evolve. The creation of mythical models, such as the Fiat 500 o MiniThey were a real revolution in their time. Its essence penetrated so deeply into the collective ideology that its resurrection has been a success for its firms. Then there is the case of Citroen 2CV, that despite the great success it had in its day, it seems that it will not come back to life in neo-retro version.
Throughout the last two decades the rumors were clear: Citroën would bring the 2CV back to life. These were covered by conceptual ambiguity of the French brand, as it presented several prototypes that sported a design inspired by it. However, the most precise approach came with the C2 y C3. From there, the brand seems to have thought better of it, since the brand's own director has confirmed that we will not see the rebirth of the 2CV.
The Citroën 2CV recovered its essence in the C2 and C3
Taking advantage of an act in Paris, for the centenary of Citroën, Linda Jackson has given an interview to Top Gear. In it, she ends the rumors about the rebirth of the 2CV, as she confirmed that…
“We evolved our designs by look at the past, but what I don't want to do is become a manufacturer that produces retro» [...] "I'm not going to produce a new 2CV. He had his time, he was fine, but it's about finding the next design that is right for the client»
Following his words, it seems that he is correct, since the automotive sector continues to evolve new concepts. However, the success of Fiat and Mini is undeniable, and Citroën's revolutionary new models, although selling well, fall short. We have the best example in the C4 Cactus, which at first was a revolution and now, after a deep restyling, has lost steam in the market.
We will have to see the path that the nearest future takes Citroën. Bill PSA Group It is clear about its position in the consortium, since it will be in charge of separating the Peugeot and Opel ranges. To do this, you will choose the originality in their designs, even if that means leaving out key segments like the sedans.
Source - Top Gear
