At the Bologna Motor Show Citroen unveiled the C-AirPlay Concept, an interpretation of a supermini with a smooth exterior designed and an innovative cabin that places the emphasis on driving sensations.

As the name suggests, the C-AirPlay brings physical and visual perceptions to the driver and passengers, thanks to the atmosphere inside the cabin. According to Citroen, this results into an innovative driving pleasure.

Exterior Design

"C-AirPlay is a concept-car of flowing design whose clean body lines and tall, strongly curved features create an impression of agility. The iridescent white bodywork bathes the whole car in light."

"The lower part of the doors features wide windows. In terms of their use and their shape, these windows resemble portholes that allow the passengers of C-AirPlay to enjoy a close-up travelling experience."

"The colours used by C-AirPlay are designed for contrast. The iridescent white bodywork is also present inside the car, alongside the bright red used for the cabin. These two colours enhance the overall brightness of the car, and create an impression of vitality and warmth in the cabin. The broad chrome chevrons at the rear of C-AirPlay state the visual identity of the Marque."

Contributing to the flowing body lines of C-AirPlay, the tall windscreen extends right up to the wide panoramic roof. This creates a vast glazed area that offers excellent visibility while also letting in maximum light.

Interiors

The cabin of C-AirPlay can accommodate two adults and their luggage.

"C-AirPlay places its occupants in a world of strong sensations: air, light and colour work together to create a lively atmosphere based on contrasts.

The front seat, intended for two people, is designed in a single piece. Its uninterrupted curves echo the inserts in the curving door panels and the uncluttered lines of the dashboard."

 

Tactile zones in the centre of the front seats include gear controls, the electric window lifts and rearview mirror adjustment. Looking beyond their innovative design, these touch-sensitive points express a new proximity with the car, which reacts to physical contact, just like a living organism. The tactile zones provide a strong reactive sensory interface between the driver and the car.

The tactile exchange between C-AirPlay and the driver also extends to the materials used, such as the silicone on the seats and door panels.

"Air is a key factor both inside and outside C-AirPlay. From the lowest speeds, the air flow around the driver is perceptible and plays an active role. The air flows in through a ventilation system directly connected with the outside, and through the large air vents on the door panels.

At the same time, light floods in through the roof opening and the porthole windows on the lower part of the doors. These windows offer a direct vision of the road, thus amplifying passenger sensations. Seeing the road close-up enhances the impression of speed."

The low driving position creates an impression of speed and movement that is specific to C-AirPlay. Driving controls and information are grouped on the steering wheel.

The instruments are organised around two spheres including the speedometer, rev counter, fuel level, and other functions.

This equipment is back-lit as soon as the headlamps are switched on. The colour emitted is the same shade of red as the cabin.

Technical Specifications

The C-AirPlay is equipped with a 110 bhp petrol engine. A SensoDrive automated gearbox with short gear ratios allows dynamic driving, further enhanced by the accessibility of the steering-wheel mounted gear paddles.

The C-AirPlay also features the Stop & Start technology for low fuel consumption and emission levels.

• Dimensions
  • Length: 3.30 m
  • Width: 1.68 m
  • Height: 1.39 m
  • Wheelbase: 2.23 m
• Engine: 110 bhp petrol
• Gearbox: SensoDrive with steering-wheel mounted paddle controls
• Stop & Start technology

(Source: Citroen)