Citroen DS3 to go topless at the Paris Motor Show

At the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Citroën will unveil the DS3 Cabrio, a cabriolet version of the DS3 that uses intelligent design to make top-down driving considerably easier and more enjoyable. An addition to the DS3 range, DS3 Cabrio features all the hallmarks and thrills of DS3.

Continuing DS3's personalisation options, three soft-top roof styles will be available - black, Infinite blue and a DS Monogrammed design. A 3D rear light signature and original tailgate opening action add to the refinements.

The Infinite blue soft-top uses three different coloured threads - one of which is shiny - each reacting differently to changes in light conditions and creating delicate hues of blue and violet.

The DS logo, now synonymous with refinement and style, features on the Monogramme roof in a subtle design achieved by two contrasting Jacquard grey tones with Moondust grey.

The rear also features a new three-dimensional LED light signature. The all-new 3D LED tail-light technology was inspired by the designs on Citroën's Revolte and Survolt concept cars. The central part of the light is comprised of a rectangular set of 31 LEDs and semi-reflecting mirrors that reflect the light guide into infinity.

The 3D unit illuminates at night when the headlamps are turned on and in daylight during braking. A 15-LED blade on the upper part of the light emphasises the 3D unit and acts as both side and stopping lights.