If you're looking for a practical and user-friendly vehicle with a lot of character and charm, you might want to check out the Citroen Ami. This tiny electric car is unlike anything else on the road, and it's about to get even more fun with a new limited edition called My Ami Buggy.
The Citroen Ami is a two-seater city car that can be driven by anyone over 14 years old in Europe without a license. It has a top speed of 28 mph and a range of 47 miles on a single charge. It's designed to be simple, affordable, and customizable, with a symmetrical body that can be painted in different colors and patterns.
The Citroen My Ami Buggy is a special version of the Citroen Ami that adds some extra flair and features. It's inspired by the iconic Citroen Mehari, a lightweight utility vehicle from the 1960s and 1970s that had a plastic body and a removable canvas roof. The My Ami Buggy pays homage to the Mehari with its bright orange color, black stripes, and open-air design.
The My Ami Buggy has no doors or windows, just a roll bar and a windshield. It also has a removable fabric roof that can be stored in the trunk. The interior is minimalist and durable, with waterproof seats and floor mats. The dashboard has a smartphone holder that connects to the My Citroen app, which shows information like speed, battery level, and navigation.
The My Ami Buggy is cute, quirky, eco-friendly, and economical. It has zero emissions and can be charged in just three hours using a standard 220-volt outlet. It costs only $8,900 (7,500 euros) to buy or $26 (22 euros) per month to lease. It also qualifies for various incentives and discounts in some European countries.
The My Ami Buggy is limited to only 1,000 units, so you'll have to act fast if you want one. It will be available to order online starting from June 2023, and deliveries will begin in September 2023. In select cities, you can also rent one from Free2Move, Citroen's mobility service.
I had the chance to drive the Citroen My Ami Buggy around Paris, and I have to say it was one of the most enjoyable experiences I've had behind the wheel. The My Ami Buggy is easy to maneuver in traffic thanks to its small size and tight turning radius. It's also surprisingly peppy and responsive, thanks to its electric motor and low weight.
But the best part of driving the My Ami Buggy is the feeling of freedom and fun it gives you. You feel like you're part of the city, not isolated from it. You can enjoy Paris's sights, sounds, and smells without barriers. You can wave to pedestrians and other drivers, who will smile back at you or give you a thumbs up. You can park almost anywhere, thanks to its compact dimensions.
The My Ami Buggy is not a car for everyone. It's not very comfortable or practical for long trips or bad weather. It's not very fast or powerful for highway driving or steep hills. It's not very safe or secure for crash protection or theft prevention.
But if you're looking for a car that makes you happy every time you drive it, the My Ami Buggy might be perfect for you. It's a car that celebrates simplicity, creativity, and sustainability. It's a car that reminds you of the joy of driving.
The My Ami Buggy is more than just a car. It's a friend.
