Citroen C3 WRC Concept
Citroën is gearing up for its big return to the
World Rally Championship, and here is the preview.
Called the C3 WRC Concept, it was
designed jointly by the company's design and motorsport departments to preview
the competition-spec model to follow. It's based on the new C3 hatchback, but with some telltale rally flourishes to convey its purpose.
Wider than the road-going version, with large
wings protruding out both ends, and with a sportier racing livery. The concept
was designed with the FIA's latest regulations in mind, which call for output
up to 380 horsepower, 55 fewer pounds to sling around corners, increased
downforce, and an electronic differential. So here you can see on the final version that will make its rally debut in Monte
Carlo next January.
The French team will be out to add to
its unrivaled list of records, which include eight championship titles and 96
rally wins. That's to say nothing of Citroën's recent foray into the World
Touring Car Championship with the C-Elysée, which has taken another few titles
and race wins, but will now take a back seat to the Chevron marque's return in
full force to the rally stage.
