Small Electric Citroën Car: Why the Ami is Taking Over Our Cities in 2025

The small electric Citroën car, known as the Ami, has established itself as THE urban mobility phenomenon, with over 75,000 units sold in 5 years. Accessible from age 14 for €8,190, this license-free car offers a 75 km range and recharges on a standard household outlet in 4 hours. Its 2025 restyling, featuring a new design and the permanent return of the Buggy version, confirms its status as an urban icon.

The Small Electric Citroën Ami: An Urban Phenomenon Transforming Our Streets

A Commercial Success Redefining Urban Mobility

In 2023, the small electric Citroën car dominated the French quadricycle market with 9,556 units sold, representing 36% of the segment's sales and 82% of electric quadricycles. The Ami has sold over 75,000 units across 18 markets since 2020, establishing Citroën as the leader in electric micro-mobility.

This small electric car has particularly appealed to young people from affluent families in cities like Deauville and Trouville-sur-Mer, but the phenomenon is now spreading throughout France. Three-quarters of French buyers are families with one or two teenagers, proving that the Citroën Ami meets a real demand from parents seeking a safer alternative to scooters.

Why Is It So Popular Among Young People?

The small electric Citroën car offers several decisive advantages over scooters: better protection for the driver, an enclosed cabin against the elements, and increased stability thanks to its four wheels. For many young people, the Ami represents greater autonomy while reassuring parents about safety.

New Features of the Citroën Ami in 2025

A Restyling That Affirms Its Personality

The restyling presented at the 2024 Paris Motor Show marks a significant evolution of this small electric car. The changes mainly concern the front and rear:

• Round headlights positioned under the windshield, surrounded in black

• A new Citroën logo in orange on a central "pill"

• Stripes on the rear reminiscent of the mythical 2CV

• A new, more modern "Night Sepia" color

The Ami Buggy Finally Permanent: A Stroke of Genius

Major 2025 news: after two successful limited series—50 units sold in 17 minutes in 2022, then 1,000 units in a few hours in June 2023—the Ami Buggy is now permanently part of the range at €9,590. This doorless version with a canvas roof adopts a unique adventurous look, even offering a special Palmeira finish at €9,990 with a bright yellow color pack and the Andy mascot.

Customization Packs for All Tastes

The small electric Citroën car offers three new color packs for an additional €400:

• Spicy (red): dynamic and modern

• Icy (white): sleek and elegant

• Minty (green): fresh and trendy

Each pack includes colored wheel covers, decorative stickers, storage boxes, floor mats, nets, and a smartphone holder. Customers can install these elements themselves, enhancing the playful and customizable aspect.

A Perfectly Calibrated Electric Concentrate for the City

Technical Specifications: The Essentials Without Excess

Ultra-Simple Charging: Just a Household Outlet

Note: Unlike conventional electric cars, the small electric Citroën car recharges exclusively on a standard 220V household outlet using its integrated cable. There is no need to install a wallbox or look for a public charging station. This simplicity is a major advantage for urban users, especially those living in apartments.

The 75 km range amply covers daily needs: home-to-school trips, city errands, outings with friends. With a full recharge in 4 hours, the Ami can easily recharge overnight or during school hours.

Accessible from Age 14

2025 Prices Remain Competitive

Despite a recent €200 increase, the small electric Citroën car remains the most affordable on the market. For comparison, the Renault Mobilize Duo or Fiat Topolino are generally more expensive, especially when considering their additional equipment.

For tight budgets, Citroën also offers long-term leasing options, allowing access to this electric mobility without a large initial investment.

The AM License: The Key to Freedom from Age 14

To drive this small electric Citroën car, you only need:

• To be at least 14 years old

• To obtain the AM license (formerly BSR)

• To complete a day of practical training

• To validate 5 hours of theory at driving school

This early accessibility revolutionizes teen mobility, offering a safer alternative to scooters while fostering responsibility among young drivers.

Impact on Urban Mobility: A Real Revolution

Figures Proving the Transformation

Between 2019 and 2023, the share of electric quadricycles increased from 5% to 44% of the market, mainly thanks to the Citroën Ami. This rapid transformation shows how this small electric car is redefining urban mobility codes, offering an ideal intermediate solution between bicycles and traditional cars.

An Asset for Traveling in Low Emission Zones (ZFE)

With the proliferation of Low Emission Zones in all major French cities, thermal vehicles are facing increasing restrictions. The small electric Citroën car enjoys unlimited access to city centers, an advantage for urban users. This freedom of movement, combined with its compact size for parking, makes it the perfect urban mobility tool.

A Growing Electric Ecosystem

While the Citroën Ami is content with a simple household outlet, it is part of a broader context of urban electric mobility development. Ultra-fast charging networks like Electra, with over 400 stations already in service, contribute to creating an environment conducive to the electrification of transport. This growing infrastructure reassures users about the future of electric mobility, even if the Ami does not directly need it.

How the Citroën Ami Redefines Urban Mobility

A Concrete Response to Current Issues

The small electric Citroën car provides tangible solutions to urban conditions:

• Zero pollution: 100% electric, no local emissions

• Minimal footprint: only 2.41 m long, or half a parking space

• Silent operation: comfort for occupants and residents

• Negligible operating cost: about €1 for 100 km

• Reduced maintenance: no oil changes, few wear parts

The Ami Inspires an Entire Industry

Faced with the success of the small electric Citroën car, manufacturers are multiplying initiatives. Renault launched the Mobilize Duo (capable of reaching 80 km/h but more expensive), Fiat markets the Topolino (better equipped but also more expensive), and new players like Microlino are trying their luck. This competition benefits consumers with increasingly more choices in electric micro-mobility.

The Link with Urban Charging Infrastructure

Although the Citroën Ami recharges simply at home, the overall development of urban electric charging infrastructures helps normalize this mode of transport. The rapid and efficient charging stations multiplying in cities for conventional electric vehicles contribute to creating an electric mobility culture. Shops, parking lots, and public spaces are gradually being equipped, making electric vehicles increasingly visible and accepted.

The Small Electric Citroën Car: Much More Than a Fashion Phenomenon

The Citroën Ami 2025 embodies a new and pragmatic vision of urban mobility. This small electric car perfectly meets current challenges: ecological transition, financial accessibility from €8,190, safety for young drivers from age 14, and optimal adaptation to urban constraints.

With its successful restyling, the permanent integration of the Buggy version, and its simplicity of recharging on a household outlet, the Ami proves that a truly accessible electric alternative exists. The parallel development of a complete urban electric ecosystem, including rapid charging stations for other vehicles, strengthens this dynamic of transforming our travel habits.

More than just a quadricycle, the small electric Citroën car represents a real breakthrough in how we envision daily mobility. It paves the way for a new generation of urban vehicles adapted to the challenges of the 21st century, where simplicity rhymes with efficiency and where electric becomes finally accessible to all.

Written by Nicolas, Electra Mobility Expert