Citroen showcases the Metropolis concept

The Citroen Metropolis measures 5300mm long and 2000mm wide, but only 1400mm high. It features design cues from the GT supercar concept from 2008, and is designed by Citroen's Shanghai-based design team. The car will be on display at the French Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo from 1st May to 31st October 2010.

The Metropolis is a luxury sedan aimed at the likes of Porsche's Panamera, and features a "Pearl Silk" paintjob. Under the bonnet, the Metropolis has a plug-in hybrid drivetrain that utilizes "an optimized" 2.0-litre V6 petrol engine, an electric motor and a 7-speed, dual-clutch electronic gearbox.

According to Citroen, at low speeds the Metropolis runs in Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mode, with its electric motor developing a continuous 55bhp to 95bhp. At highway speeds, the petrol powerplant provides 272bhp and 375Nm of torque. Citroen claims that when the car uses both the electric motor and the combustion engine, the combined output is 460bhp and 430Nm of torque.