At the IAA 2017 in Frankfurt, Citroen is showcasing
the Citroen SpaceTourer Rip Curl Concept. The van features modifications that
turn the vehicle into a motorhome. Like the Citroen C4 Cactus Rip Curl from the
2016 Geneva Motor Show, it has been developed in association with surfwear
giant Rip Curl.
The standard Citroen SpaceTourer‘s motorhome
conversion has been carried out by Pössl. The multifunctional van features a
lifting roof that helps maximize the space on board. Ingress and egress are via
two sliding electric side doors. The cabin allows for seven occupants to travel
comfortably in “day” configuration. In what the company calls the “night”
configuration, up to four people can sleep in the vehicle. The rear seat
unfolds to form a flat surface for two inside the cabin. A second sleeping area
for two people is concealed in the lift roof with a mattress creating a
sleeping space above the cabin.
Pössl has also managed to squeeze in an integrated
kitchenette, which includes a gas cooker, sink, and storage enabling the
occupants to prepare meals. There’s a retractable sliding table attached to the
kitchenette that acts as a mini dining table.
The concept gets a dual tone paint finish along with
fluorescent yellow highlights. The cabin replicates the exterior colour scheme.
The official release from Citroen specifies a dark khaki for the upper part,
and a bright beige for the lower part.
The van draws power from a 148 hp BlueHDi
150 S&S 2.0-litre diesel that produces 370 Nm of peak torque at
2,000 rpm. The Citroen SpaceTourer Rip Curl features 4×4 conversion, courtesy
Automobiles Dangel. That, coupled with a raised ride height helps the van
tackle rough terrain users might have to deal with while out on their camping
adventures. This and the motorhome conversions are already available with the
SpaceTourer.
