Switch Metrocity

The Switch Metrocity (previously called the Optare MetroCity) is a single-decker midibus. It has a low-floor. It has been made from 2013 to the present day by Switch Mobility.

Switch Metrocity
Midland Classic Optare MetroCity in June 2018
Overview
Manufacturer	Switch Mobility
Production	2013–present
Body and chassis
Doors	1 or 2
Floor type	Low floor
Powertrain
Engine	Cummins ISBe Mercedes-Benz OM904LA Mercedes-Benz OM934 Magtec (electric)
Capacity	22–44 seated
Transmission	Allison 2100
Dimensions
Length	9.9, 10.1, 10.6, 10.8 & 11.52 metres
Width	2.47 metres
Height	2.85 metres
Chronology
Predecessor	Optare Tempo SR

MetroCity

From 2013 to the present day, Switch Mobility make a diesel model called the Metrocity.

The MetroCity is made in different lengths, these lengths are 9.9 mm (0.0099 m),^[1] 10.13 m (10,130 mm),^[2] 10.6 m (10,600 mm),^[1] 10.82 m (10,820 mm),^[2] and 11.52 m (11,520 mm),^[2]

In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.^[3]

In 2023, Optare Metrocity was replaced with Switch Metrocity,^[4] the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.

Metrocity EV

Arriva London Metrocity EV with dual-doors (doors in the middle) on route 312 in December 2014

From 2014 to the present day, Switch Mobility make an electric model called the Metrocity EV.

In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.^[3]

In 2023, Optare Metrocity EV was replaced with Switch Metrocity EV, the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.