The 208 HYbrid FE is a technological concept from Peugeot and Total that combines extreme economy with extreme performance for the best of both worlds, providing an enhanced driving experience (0 to 62mph in just 8.0 seconds) and very low CO2 emissions (just 49g/km).
Total and Peugeot are combining their capacity for innovation to develop solutions for the mobility of future generations. To give a firm foundation to this undertaking, the project is based on the very efficient 208 1.0-litre VTi 68bhp, which will be extensively evolved. The style and the aerodynamics will be the first visible elements. Redesigned, the 208 HYbrid FE will be more aerodynamic with a much lower co-efficient of drag (Cd) than that of the production model, while retaining its occupant space. Special tyres and wheels will contribute to reduce rolling resistance.
The weight reduction will be a major contributor to the performance. In fact, the teams expect to achieve a 200kg reduction in the weight of the vehicle. Hutchinson and CCP Composites, subsidiaries of the Total Group, will contribute their expertise in composite materials and polycarbonates. These will be used for the body panels, the windows and also in the passenger compartment.
The 208 HYbrid FE will also innovate with its hybrid drivetrain inspired by competition. It is a power unit which combines a 3-cylinder petrol engine and its EGC (Electronic Gearbox Control) gearbox with an electric motor and a battery taken directly from the endurance programmes.
So to achieve CO2 of 49gkm and 0 to 62mph in 8 seconds means halving the emissions of the most economical of the current petrol engine cars (Fuel Economy) while obtaining acceleration worthy of a small sports car (so Fun and Efficient), hence why this technology concept demonstrator is named the Peugeot 208 HYbrid FE.
Source: Peugeot
