Peugeot 308 R Hybrid concept at Auto Shanghai 2015
0-100 km/h takes 4 seconds
After last week's online debut, Peugeot has introduced the 308
R Hybrid concept at Auto Shanghai 2015 in China.
Peugeot is showcasing these days in Shanghai a different
kind of an R model as the concept adopts a plug-in hybrid powertrain by mixing
up a 1.6 THP with two electric motors mounted one on each axle. The combustion
engine delivers 270 PS (199 kW) while each of the electric motors produce 115
PS (85 kW). With a massive combined output of 500 PS (368 kW) and 730 Nm (539
lb-ft), it's no wonder the 308 R Hybrid concept needs just four seconds until
62 mph (100 km/h) and will top out at an electronically-capped 155 mph (250
km/h).
The powerful heart is matched with an aggressive body
featuring beefy air intakes, wide fenders and a roof-mounted spoiler. The
AWD high-performance hatchback can be driven in ZEV mode which
means it will act as an electric vehicle receiving power from the rear electric
motor while depending on the pressure applied onto the acceleration pedal the
front electric motor is activated.
The Hot Lap mode unleashes all the power and there's also a
Track mode (with 400 PS & 530 Nm) where the combustion engine works with
the rear electric motor while the front electric motor "serves as an additional
booster when accelerating." The 308 R Hybrid concept also has a fourth mode
called Road (with 300 PS & 400 Nm) which provides the full power of the
conventional engine while the rear electric motor offers assistance during accelerations.
Unfortunately, there's no word about a production version,
but at least we know a 308
R is planned for this year and will likely have a 1.6 THP with 270 PS (199
kW) and 330 Nm (243 lb-ft).
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