$11,000 and almost 30 mph: New electric two-seater unveiled
The French automaker Citroen is taking an unconventional approach to the European EV market. Rather than launching another heavy electric SUV, the brand is focusing on the niche light quadricycle segment. The new Citroen Ami Outdoor is now available to order exclusively online. Its target audience is particularly young in countries like Germany, where anyone with an AM license can legally drive the compact electric two-seater from age 15. Stellantis has set the starting price at the equivalent of roughly $11,000.
For buyers who would rather avoid paying around $11,000 upfront, the manufacturer offers leasing from $73 per month. However, the fine print requires a one-time upfront lease payment of $1,513. The specifications of the 8.1-foot-long city vehicle reflect its strict legal classification as a light quadricycle. Its small electric motor limits the top speed to 28 mph. It has a turning circle of 23.6 feet, while its small battery provides just 47 miles of city driving before running out. There is no DC fast charging support. Instead, charging takes around four hours using a standard household outlet.
The new special edition distinguishes itself from the base model with an adventure-inspired look, despite its limited performance. The Ami Outdoor has khaki-green bodywork and simple white steel wheels. Black and red graphics decorate the exterior, while a new mascot named Migoo appears on the rear body pillar. The only real added benefit of the Outdoor trim is the combination of a fully enclosed cabin with proper doors and a manually operated roll-back sunroof for open-air driving.
Inside the French electric lightweight's sparse cabin, red seat belts and matching contrast stitching add visual accents. A small 5.7-inch color display behind the steering wheel shows essential driving information, while three gray plastic storage bins sit in the bare dashboard. A standard smartphone holder allows a phone to serve as an infotainment system. The fiercely competitive micromobility market will soon reveal whether the roll-back roof and exclusive design are enough to persuade concerned parents to spend $11,000 on a vehicle for their kids.
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