The new Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4, the world’s first full diesel electric hybrid, will be launched in Ireland in December 2011, in time for January 2012.
The car introduces a combination of diesel and electric power and full prices and specifications will be announced in late October.
HYbrid4 involves a 2.0 HDi 163bhp diesel engine driving the front wheels, matched to a 37bhp electric motor on the rear axle. The electric motor takes over in phases of lower power demands, particularly when starting up or driving at low speeds and decelerating.
The combination of both power plants offers four-wheel drive capabilities, a maximum output of 200bhp and an average fuel consumption of 74.3 mpg (3.8L/100km) with 99g/km CO2.
These consumption figures represent a decrease of 35% compared to an internal combustion engine with a similar power output.
The 3008 Hybrid4 is equipped with an electronically-controlled 6-speed Ecomatique gearbox and the latest Stop & Start technology.
