Peugeot unveiled the new 3008 HYbrid4 diesel world’s first “hybrid ” vehicles. Hybrid powertrain of the new model combines a 2.0 liter 163 bhp HDi diesel engine and an electric motor of 37 hp. It offers a combined fuel consumption of 74.4mpg Drive Cycle and CO2 emissions of 99g/km. The engine is mated to an electronically controlled six-speed manual sequential.
To operate the diesel full hybrid vehicle, the driver can choose between four modes: Auto, ZEV (Zero Emissions Vehicle), Four Wheel Drive and Sport. Automatic mode is the most fuel efficient because it uses the diesel engine and electric motor. ZEV mode is obviously used when the driver wants to use the electric motor alone. In this mode, the diesel engine only kicking in when the vehicle accelerates rapidly. The FWD unit allows the engine to power the front wheels while the electric motor powers the rear wheels. Last but not least, is the Sport mode. This mode is ideal when the driver wants to make “faster shifts gears at higher engine speeds than normal. ”
The Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 also comes equipped with a Stop & Start system. This system allows the engine to “rest ” while the vehicle is stopped. The vehicle can be smooth and effortless, struck again at the same time improve fuel consumption and emissions.
By launching the first full hybrid vehicle diesel – 3008 4 Hybrid – Peugeot will be writing a new chapter in automobile history. The combination of an engine of 163 hp from 2.0 liters of fuel efficient HDi diesel and a 37 hp electric motor is the ideal combination for a hybrid vehicle. Unlike previous hybrid vehicles which have opted to use less fuel efficient gasoline engine, diesel engine Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 Drive provides superior fuel consumption combined cycle and 74.4mpg CO2 emissions of 99g/km.
The use of diesel hybrid technology also brings a host of other benefits:
High performance combined with excellent handling
Freedom and simplicity of use with a choice of four different operating modes: ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle), four-wheel drive, Auto and Sport
Quiet operation, while driving in pure electric mode
Peace of mind offered by the security inherent in a vehicle four-wheel drive
Respect for the environment with CO2 emissions of 99g/km
The Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 is designed to appeal to demanding technophile customers who are looking for a rewarding and unique vehicle.
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The train of “hybrid” force simply combines a HDi diesel engine and an electric motor. With its exceptional efficiency, HDi diesel engines are thermodynamically more efficient than a gasoline engine and offer a 30% reduction in fuel consumption. Clearly, the HDi diesel engine is the best choice of internal combustion engine.
For component “electrical”, Peugeot has historical experience in the field of electric vehicles. To date, the Electric 106, marketed between 1995 and 2003, remains the best selling car in the world of zero emissions (totaling nearly 10,000 vehicles were produced). At the end of 2010, Peugeot will be the first to launch a next-generation 100% electric vehicles in Europe, Peugeot i0n.
Pursuing the common sense approach to capitalize on the best components and existing skills, it was natural to use manual gearbox Peugeot electronically controlled 6-speed, not only for its ability to handle the engine, but also for its ability to optimize fuel consumption. To further improve the performance of a system interruption of the second generation and START is also used.
