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GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: Peugeot 208 HYbrid FE
Fuel Economy a highpoint in Peugeot's pocket HYbrid, but mass production is still ‘under assessment'Peugeot will join forces with Total fuels in an effort to extract the best possible fuel economy from its aptly named 208 HYbrid FE (for Fuel Economy). But as to whether the collaborative science experiment will actually make it to mass production is still ‘under assessment’, Peugeot says.
The aim of the joint venture, shown at the Geneva motor show this week, is to improve vehicle energy performance, without detracting from the acceleration times of the derivative model. The project, named mission49-8 will aim to retain a zero to 100km/h time of eight seconds, while also extracting a CO2 emissions figure of 49g/km.
The donor vehicle is Peugeot’s already efficient 208 1.0 VTi. Alongside visual changes to the car’s aerodynamics package, the little hatch also features lightweight wheels and low-rolling resistance tyres, and lightweight windows and composite body panels contributing to a 200kg reduction in weight.
Under the bonnet the 208 HYbrid FE will combine the three-cylinder petrol engine and its EGC (Electronic Gearbox Controlled) transmission with an electric motor and battery. The entire package will be adapted to offer an improved thermo-management and combustion cycle, reduced friction surfaces and reduced weight of reciprocating gears and a lighter cylinder head.
The project will be rolled out in stages over the coming months with an interactive web page set up to allow the public to follow the vehicle’s progress. More information is available by visiting the website.
For our full coverage head to motoring.com.au for the latest Geneva motor show news
Photo gallery of 2013 Geneva motor show at motoring.com.au
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