# Hybrid Limo Concepts The Plug-In Citroen Metropolis is an Earth-Friendly Luxury Ride By Michael Hines | Published 2010-04-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citroen-metropolis References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/citron-metropolis-concept-car/14844/) & [citroen](http://www.citroen.com/) The Citroën Metropolis proves that not even limousines are impervious to hybrid technology. They held out as long as they could. The Citroën Metropolis is the first hybrid limo that I have ever heard of. Adding hybrid technology to a limo just seems to make sense though. The Citroën Metropolis has a [V-6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granturismo) gas engine delivering 272 bhp. The Citroën Metropolis has all the usual bells and whistles of a hybrid. My favorite sounding bell is the available [AWD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outside-van-overnight). Music to my ears. This eco-limo is set to debut at the Shanghai World Fair. Keep your eyes on the lookout. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hybrid Limo Technology:** Opportunity to integrate hybrid technology into luxury limousines to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency. - **AWD Integration in Hybrids:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in combining all-wheel drive (AWD) with hybrid vehicles, providing improved performance and versatility. - **Eco-limousines:** Growing demand for environmentally-friendly luxury limousines that align with sustainability goals, creating a market for eco-friendly transportation solutions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Automakers can explore the potential of integrating hybrid technology and AWD into luxury vehicles, catering to eco-conscious consumers. - **Transportation:** Limousine services can capitalize on the demand for eco-friendly transportation solutions by offering hybrid and environmentally-conscious fleet options. - **Alternative Energy:** Opportunity for alternative energy companies to develop innovative powertrain technologies for hybrid limousines, contributing to a sustainable transportation ecosystem. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Americana EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lincoln-model-l100-concept.md) - [Ultra-Efficient SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-electric-suv.md) - [Luxury Electric Van Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-vision-v.md) - [Futuristic Meta Automotive Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamobility.md) - [Luxury Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-lfzc.md) - [All-Electric Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-luxury-car.md) - [Ultra-Luxury Coupe Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-century.md) - [Oversized Well-Appointed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-urbansphere-concept.md) - [Powerful Performance Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-xm.md)