Pure-electric Peugeot e-208 announced
By including the e-208 in its completely new supermini range, Peugeot is getting ready to satisfy a demand for zero-emissions cars which is likely to grow rapidly over the coming years.
Apart from a modified grille and some ‘e’ emblems on the rear pillars, the e-208 looks virtually identical to the petrol and diesel models. Some prospective buyers will certainly appreciate that, but others might be put off by such an understated approach.
An underfloor battery pack has a capacity of 50 kWh. Concerns about degradation seem to have been largely taken care of by an eight-year / 100,000 mile manufacturer warranty, as well as the promise of a certificate to guarantee the battery’s condition when a customer wants to sell their e-208.
A full recharge at home takes around twenty hours via a normal domestic socket, or approximately eight hours if a dedicated wall box is used instead. Alternatively, a public rapid charging station can top up to 80% in half an hour.
Energy is delivered to a 134 bhp (100 kW / 135 PS) electric motor. Performance data has yet to be released, but there’s a choice of Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes.
Range is, of course, going to be a more pertinent factor for most people considering e-208 ownership. According to the WLTP measure, that all-important figure is 211 miles (340 kilometres).
After a first public appearance at next month’s Geneva International Motor Show, Peugeot intends to begin accepting reservations for the e-208 through a dedicated website. Firm orders can’t be placed until late summer 2019, though.
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2020 Peugeot 208 first view
Apart from a modified grille and some ‘e’ emblems on the rear pillars, the e-208 looks virtually identical to the petrol and diesel models. Some prospective buyers will certainly appreciate that, but others might be put off by such an understated approach.
An underfloor battery pack has a capacity of 50 kWh. Concerns about degradation seem to have been largely taken care of by an eight-year / 100,000 mile manufacturer warranty, as well as the promise of a certificate to guarantee the battery’s condition when a customer wants to sell their e-208.
A full recharge at home takes around twenty hours via a normal domestic socket, or approximately eight hours if a dedicated wall box is used instead. Alternatively, a public rapid charging station can top up to 80% in half an hour.
Energy is delivered to a 134 bhp (100 kW / 135 PS) electric motor. Performance data has yet to be released, but there’s a choice of Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes.
Range is, of course, going to be a more pertinent factor for most people considering e-208 ownership. According to the WLTP measure, that all-important figure is 211 miles (340 kilometres).
After a first public appearance at next month’s Geneva International Motor Show, Peugeot intends to begin accepting reservations for the e-208 through a dedicated website. Firm orders can’t be placed until late summer 2019, though.
Related post:
2020 Peugeot 208 first view
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