At the Geneva Motor Show Peugeot is presenting new electric and hybrid technologies in addition to new models. The French auto maker steps one digit further to create the new 308, 508 and the 3008 HYbrid4.

The main objective for the new 308 is economy. Reduced weight by 25kg, low-resistance tyres, revised aerodynamics and optimised petrol and diesel engines contribute to this goal. Power ranges from 98- to 200bhp for the former and 92- to 163bhp for the latter. In addition, the 1.6-litre HDi FAP 112bhp diesel is equipped with a micro-hybrid solution, i.e. start-stop technology coupled with a reversible alternator. This results in 98g/km CO₂ emissions and conformance with Euro 5 regulations. This engine will be available in the Peugeot 508 as well.

Peugeot's 3008 HYbrid4 drivetrain option, being the first diesel hybrid on the market, will launch in mid-2011. The system enables CO₂ emissions of 99g/km for the Peugeot 3008.

Read the full Geneva Motor Show report here

Gábor Vajda - 21 Feb 2011