Citroën has fun with Decathlon and Goodyear on the ELO concept

Citroën unveils ELO, a compact electric concept car that explores new ways of living with a vehicle.

Citroën lifts the veil on ELO, a concept car that positions itself as a genuine laboratory of ideas for tomorrow’s mobility. Designed around the principle of “Small is the new big,” this compact prototype aims to reconcile reduced bulk with generous interior space, relying on a 100% electric architecture.

Measuring only 4.10 meters in length, ELO adopts an optimized monovolume format that frees up space on board. This exterior compactness contrasts with what is advertised as exceptional habitability, made possible by placing the batteries under the floor and the absence of traditional mechanical constraints. The result: a modular interior capable of adapting to various uses, from urban mobility to leisure activities, and even teleworking.

ELO, a vision for tomorrow?

The concept revolves around three key functions that give the vehicle its name: REST, PLAY, WORK. The cabin has been designed as a true living space. The seats can pivot, reconfigure, or fold away to create a resting area, a projection space, or a work surface. In standard configuration, ELO offers four seats, with a central driving position providing a panoramic view thanks to an extended windshield. Two stowable seats allow for a total capacity of six occupants.

Beyond just automotive function, ELO explores the idea of a vehicle as a service platform. It is notably designed to supply energy to external devices, transform the cabin into a sleeping area for two people, or serve as a mobile base for outdoor activities. This vision is part of a broader reflection led by the brand on the evolution of uses and the role of the automobile in daily life.

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To realize this approach, Citroën has partnered with specialized collaborators. The expertise of Decathlon has been sought to imagine technical materials and solutions oriented towards leisure and outdoor activities. In turn, Goodyear has contributed to the development of tires suited for versatile uses, with an emphasis on durability and efficiency.

Presented worldwide for the first time at the Brussels Motor Show starting January 9, ELO illustrates a clear direction: to reinvent the cabin and transform the small car into a large living space.

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