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Peugeot to introduce a host of plug-in hybrids

Peugeot will be offering an all-new hybrid powertrain in a few of its vehicles, most notably the fantastic 3008 SUV.

Peugeot to introduce a host of plug-in hybrids
Peugeot to introduce a host of plug-in hybrids — photographed for Leisure Wheels

Peugeot will be offering an all-new hybrid powertrain in a few of its vehicles, most notably the fantastic 3008 SUV.

The 3008 Hybrid4 is equipped with four-wheel drive with a multi-link rear suspension. It has a Puretech turbocharged petrol engine at the front and two electric motors – one at the front and one at the rear. The combined power output is around 220kW, which enables the 3008 to accelerate to 100m/h in 6.5 seconds.

The PureTech engine is combined with the new e-EAT8 8-speed automatic transmission (Electric Efficient Automatic Transmission – 8 speeds), specific to Plug-in Hybrid engines.

Peugeot’s new hybrid models will go on sale in Europe shortly, but we’ve yet to receive word on whether they’ll be offered locally.

It never felt like it was working hard, and after 2 400 kilometres, neither did I.

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