Transforming iconic models of the past into electric cars seems to go more and more; in fashion lately. Remember, for example, the project that made the Ford GT40 electric. The English company Electrogenic , specialized in precisely this kind of conversions, has decided to take the Citroen DS and electrify it replacing the gasoline engine with an electric one. Surely the admirers of this model that made the history of the French brand could turn up their noses but with the electrification that is taking more and more; foot bisogner & agrave; expect more projects of this type.
Let's see, therefore, the main details of this transformation work.
ELECTRIC CONVERSION 
Electrogenic has decided to transform a 1971 model of the Citroen DS by replacing the original 2-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine with an electric one capable of delivering 122 hp (90 kW) and 235 Nm of torque. The car, therefore, will be able to count on more power (the endothermic engine delivered just over 100 HP). Special feature, remains the original manual gearbox . The traction & egrave; front. To power the unit electric a 48 kWh battery that allows an autonomy up to about 225 km and that can; be recharged at a maximum power of 29 kW in about two hours. For those who need more; autonomy, & egrave; It is possible to request an optional battery that extends the distance up to about 320 km.
The aesthetics are not; been upset. The only visual differences with the endothermic model are the removal of the exhaust system and the presence of a & quot; DS EV & quot; badge on the trunk. By opening the flap to refuel with petrol, you will find the recharging connector. The company & agrave; English has also decided to intervene on the hydropneumatic suspensions which have been improved and optimized thanks to the introduction of a much more electric pump; silent than the original one.
The passenger compartment is not; been touched and features the classic setting. The model subject of this transformation has the guide on the right.
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