VIP guests at the premiere of ves Saint Laurent’s retrospective exhibition last week were treated to a unique ride. Citroen collaborated with famous fashion designer to create a Yves Saint Laurent special edition of the 2010 DS3.

The colors identified with Yves Saint-Laurent were used. Red was used for the DS3’s body and black is featured on the roof. The car also has a Yves Saint Laurent Logo on its roof and it rides on bespoke rims. But before you start whipping out your checkbooks, take note that this version of the DS3 is not for sale. The Pierre Berge foundation worked on the display that features more than 300 models, showcasing a complete image of Yves Saint Laurent]s work. Citroen considers the DS3 to be special since it marks the introduction of the DS range to the market. We should expect this new line-up to be filled with luxury versions of some of Citroen’s existing models. The DS3, which is based on the C3, has recently been launched. The DS4 and DS5 will follow soon. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Peugeot Citroen has decided not to acquire a substantial stake in Mitsubishi. At the Geneva Motor Show earlier this week, PSA’s chief executive Phillippe Varin and Mitsubishi president Osamu Masuko had talked.

In an interview, Varin says that the terms for the planned deal had not been met. According to financial sources, PSA is thinking about taking between a 30% and 50% stake in the Japanese car maker, and could spend up to £2.2 billion. PSA sources say that the tie-up plans are over. Peugeot Citroen sought to build an alliance, which would help give it a global footing as it moves to lessen its dependency on the European market. Shares of Mitsubishi plunged as the markets raised fears that it requires major cash infusions to survive. Mitsubishi’s sales dropped by over 50% in the last decade. Currently, Peugeot uses a modified version of the Mitsubishi Outlander compact SUV as its 4008 model and the Citroen C-Crosser. It also offers a version of Mitsubishi’s innovative i-MiEV electric car as the Peugeot iOn and Citroen C-Zero.

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This is the GQ by Citroen, a new concept from the French manufacturer designed to provide the ultimate gentleman’s drive. The new car comes with a new plug-in hybrid powertrain, featuring a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine.

Don’t think that the car is lazy because is not: it can sprint from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in 4.5 seconds and has a top speed electronically limited to 155 mph (250 km/h). Regarding the CO2 emissions, the concept emits only 80g/km. As you figured it out, the car has been created by Citroen and GQ magazine, but it is only a concept and will remain one because the French manufacturer has no plans to produce this car. It was designed by to a brief set out by GQ editor Dylan Jones and created by a design team headed by Mark Lloyd, also known as DS3 creator. “Where this car works so well with GQ is that it fits with the current attitudes of conspicuous consumption. It is understated rather than in-your-face and sleek rather than too macho.” said Mark Lloyd. “The GQ car needed to have the “want” factor, but it also needed to look, feel and drive like the sort of car no sane man could choose to ignore. We think it looks very special.’ added Jones. Photo gallery after the jump!

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At the Geneva Motor Show, the Citroen DS3 Racing – a rival to the Mini John Cooper Works — was introduced. Compared to the standard car, the car is lower and has higher-performance brakes.

Only 1,000 units of the Citroen DS3 Racing will go on sale. Designer Mark Lloyd has confirmed almost all of its design; in fact, decals are feasible for production. Powering the car is a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine, which produces 197bhp and 203lb ft. Citroen’s Racing department was able to achieve these gains by tuning the turbocharger, remapping the ECU and adding a new sports exhaust system. Continued after the jump!

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Citroen’s new DS High Rider crossover concept will soon enter production as the DS4, which is set to rival the Nissan Juke and Mini Countryman.

The High Rider, which was recently introduced at the Geneva Motor Show, is a three-door, four-seater vehicle. The carmaker said that for production, it will gain another two doors. The production DS4, which will appear very close to the concept, will be showcased at the Paris motor show in the autumn. The DS4 uses the same platform as the Citroen C4, which will be launched later in the year. Measuring 1480mm and 1820mm, the DS4 is taller and wider than the current C4 hatch. However, it is a bit shorter than the current C4 at 4260mm. The DS4’s styling is inspired by the smaller DS3 and the C-SportLounge concept from 2005 and when compared to the C4, it is certainly much more radical. The styling of the High Rider’s front-end is similar to the DS3. They have the same grille, headlights, bonnet sculpting and badging — all of which will also be used by the DS4 production car. The features that won’t make it to production include the fog lights, 19-inch alloys and fabric roof. Continued after the jump!

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Citroen revealed today at the Geneva Motor Show its brand new Survolt Concept, a new which takes the essence from the Revolet Concept and adds some sporting dimensions into the mix.

As you can see from the photos, the new Survolt was created clearly ahead of its time but the concept captivates the imagination with its innovative, environmentally-conscious all-electric drivetrain capable to deliver more driving pleasure, thrills and performance - all in virtual silence. The design is impressive, featuring voluptuous bonnet and generous, sculpted flanks highlighted by emphatic wheel arches as well as a front end characterised by slim, horizontal headlights, a large oval-shaped grille with Citroën’s integrated double chevrons and an eye-catching vehicle badge design. The rear design is completed by the impressive spoiler, a must-have in motor sport. The interior is designed as a glass setting between the chrome-finished roll bars. Citroen’s new and radical vision with Survolt is entirely consistent with the Company’s 90-years of history as an innovative brand, focused on creativity and technology. Photo gallery after the jump!

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The Citroen DS3 Racing, which will go on display at the Geneva Motor Show in March, was given an extensive makeover by Citroen’s Racing department.

The Citroen DS3 Racing is said to be a hot version of the upcoming Mini John Cooper. It also now boasts of higher-performance brakes than the standard car. This model has a limited run, with only 1,000 units to be produced. The motor section is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-litre engine, which produces 197bhp and 203lb ft. Citroen Racing has achieved these gains by doing the following: tuning the turbocharger, remapping the ECU and adding a new sports exhaust system. Continued after the jump!

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Images of the latest DS High Rider Concept from Citroen that will soon hit the 2010 Geneva Motor Show have been circulating online. The concept shown here is a preview of the future production version however, the differences between the two are said to be minimal.

An AutoExpress report says that the Nissan Juke contender will have the same chassis as the C4 hatchback, but will be bigger and taller than the C4. We’ll likely get more details about the car by the weekend, before it’s unveiling at the Geneva Show. There’s speculation that the DS4 will be based on the C-Sportlounge coupe-come-MPV hybrid concept displayed in 2005. At the same, it will also have a few of the design cues of the current C4 model. Citroen could be using this car to rival the Nissan Qashqai and Peugeot 3008. The DS4 is expected to begin production before the year ends. It will go on sale in early 2011 at the latest. The DS4 will be followed by the DS5, which will be based on the C5, completing the revived DS range later that same year. Photo gallery after the jump!

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Having posted biggest net loss in 20 years for 2009, PSA/Peugeot-Citroen SA declined to provide a 2010 forecast beyond mid-year. The group expects conditions to continue to be tough. More specifically, it predicts that the European market will drop 9% this year.

For the first half of 2010, the group believes that its efforts to drive sales, cut costs and improve capacity utilization as well as new model launches would lead to a positive recurring operating income. In a news conference held recently, CEO Philippe Varin said that the group chose to limit its commitment to the first half because it believes that the first signs of economic recovery will be seen at the end of 2010. Continued after the jump!

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These are the first photos with the Citroen DS3 Racing, a sporty version of the forthcoming Mini rival. According to our sources, the new car will be 15 mm lower than the standard version, has a new sport braking system, as well as a turbocharged 1.6-litre engine developing 200 hp and mated to a six-speed gearbox.

The car should be capable to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.8 seconds. For the moment we don’t know if the car will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show or later alongside the 2011 WRC car. Photo gallery after the jump!

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