Citroën C3 Pluriel
A modular marvel of French eccentricity with five cars in one.
- Power
- 75 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 13.5 s
- Top speed
- 99 mph
About the Citroën C3 Pluriel
The Citroën C3 Pluriel is one of the most ambitious experiments in automotive modularity, designed to function as a hatchback, a panoramic saloon, a cabriolet, a spider, and even a pick-up. Based on the 1999 Pluriel Concept, it features a multi-layer fabric roof that slides back along two prominent side arches. While innovative, the design is famously impractical; to achieve the full 'spider' look, the heavy side arches must be manually removed and left at home, leaving the driver vulnerable to sudden weather changes. Despite its flaws, it remains a cult classic for its cheerful design and unique approach to open-air motoring.
Citroën C3 Pluriel specs
The Citroën C3 Pluriel produces 75 bhp (56 kW) and 118 Nm (87 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 13.5 seconds and has a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h).
| Make | Citroën |
|---|---|
| Model | C3 Pluriel |
| Trim | 1.4 |
| Years | 2003–2010 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Convertible |
| Country | France |
| Engine | 1.4-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,360 cc (1.4 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 75 bhp (56 kW) at 5,400 rpm |
| Torque | 118 Nm (87 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 13.5 s |
| Top speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,136 kg (2,504 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 66 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Citroën C3 Pluriel rarity in CarSpot
The Citroën C3 Pluriel is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Citroën C3 Pluriel fun facts
- The name 'Pluriel' is the French word for 'plural', reflecting the car's ability to take on multiple body styles.
- Top Gear magazine once included the C3 Pluriel on its list of the '13 worst cars of the last 20 years', comparing its roof to a 'chocolate teapot'.
- To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the 2CV in 2008, Citroën released a special 'Charleston' edition of the Pluriel featuring the iconic two-tone burgundy and black paint scheme.