100% Electric. 100% Reality. The New Peugeot iOn.

Peugeot is writing another chapter in history with the release of the iOn: an electric car producing zero emissions whilst being driven, with 4 doors and 4 seats, a maximum speed of 80mph* and a range of 80 miles. In 1941 Peugeot designed its first electric vehicle, the VLV. In 2010 Peugeot continues this commitment with the iOn.

The iOn joins the range of environmentally focussed vehicles already announced by Peugeot, such as the hybrid versions of 3008 and RCZ, the 207 99g Économique and, most recently, the BB1. All of these illustrate an ongoing desire to reduce CO2, fuel consumption and running costs.

Electric vehicles form a key part of policymaker’s strategies for reducing CO2 in the near future. This can be illustrated though various incentives and exemptions that electric vehicles are eligible for, such as;

• Free parking


• VED exemption


• Congestion charge exemption


• Large subsidies available in many European countries

Most major European cities also have firm plans in place to improve the infrastructure associated with electric vehicles with the introduction of dedicated charging points (22,500 points in London by 2015).

Developed in collaboration with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, iOn has been designed for ease of use, both in terms of driving characteristics and charging of the lithium-ion batteries, from which the vehicle takes its name.

Re-charging can take place either at home or at a dedicated charging station. When charging via a standard 220 volt socket full charge can be achieved in 6 hours. When charging from a dedicated external station it is possible to re charge to 80% in just 30 minutes. In motion the iOn drives in the same manner as a vehicle equipped with an automatic gearbox. Due to the fact that the motor does not generate any significant noise there is an audible alert that the motor has been activated and the iOn is ready to drive. A battery charge meter indicates the amount of charge remaining on the vehicle, in place of a conventional fuel gauge.

Although iOn is clearly suited to an urban environment, thanks to excellent low down response from the permanent magnet synchronous motor and its compact dimensions, it is equally adept on the open road thanks to performance comparable to many conventionally powered cars. The iOn will also be a practical solution for many motorists as it boasts 4 doors and 4 seats. The combination of these attributes produce a vehicle with all the virtues of electric, zero emission motoring but with little compromise versus a more traditional motor vehicle.

There will be no compromise on safety or comfort, iOn will feature ABS, traction control, ESP and six airbags as well as electric windows, air conditioning and a range of audio equipment.

Technical Specification

Battery

• 330 volt lithium-ion battery that comprises 88 50Ah cells


• Mounted in the centre of the vehicle

Motor

• Permanent magnet synchronous motor


• Develops 47kW / 64bhp from 3000 to 6000 RPM


• Maximum torque of 180Nm available from 0 – 2000rpm


• A single speed reduction gear supplies power to the rear axle

Dimensions

• 3.48m long, 1.48m wide (exc wing mirrors)


• 4 doors and 4 seats

Performance and range

• 0-62 mph in 15 seconds, 37 – 56mph in 6 seconds


• Max speed 80mph*


• Up to 80 miles on full charge measured over a standard combined cycle

The iOn showroom has now been 'opened' at peugeot.co.uk where customers can register their interest in the iOn via the online form and will be amongst the first to be offered a test drive in the vehicle when it is available.

The new iOn, available late 2010. To find out more call us at either of our branches: Chingford 0845 871 5107 or Hatfield 0845 871 5104, e-mail us or visit either of our showrooms.

* Where legally permissable.