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Archive for the ‘Peugeot’ Category

Peugeot presented the hybrid versions of 3008 and RCZ

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

Peugeot RCZ hybridBesides all the new model RCZ, of the Peugeot stand at Frankfurt will be exposed and its conceptual hybrid version and a compact crossover in 3008. Interest in both cars is that their hybrid systems are not composed of petrol and electric motor, and of diesel and electric. As we know, the use of diesel units in Europe is widespread and in some countries they occupy to 60 percent market share. This, and the huge experience that Peugeot have with this type of engines, the company is an inducement to have recourse to this version of the hybrid system. Data show that in 3008 the concept HYbrid4 paid only 99gr/km. CO2 emissions, and RCZ HYbrid4 – 95gr/km. Hybrid systems combine in themselves Hdi 2.0-liter engine with a power 163 h.p. and electric motor generating 37 h.p. Both unit can work both separately and simultaneously for maximum efficiency.
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Peugeot 207 Economique with 3.8l/100km fuel consumption

Sunday, August 2nd, 2009

Peugeot 207 EconomiqueThe recently showed renewed Peugeot 207 range, which will appear on the market in August, and with it will be introduced and most economical version of the model – Economique, powered by 1.6-liter diesel engine with a power 90 h.p. This version has undergone some changes to the standard model. She has received a specially developed software to manage the engine are modified inlet and exhaust systems 5-stage mechanical transmission has become a high transmission ratio, and the tires are Michelin 185/65R15 VLR low resistance. In addition, Peugeot engineers have improved the aerodynamics of the 207 Economique, having decreased the height of the car to 5 millimeters. The engineers have added more lip on the front bumper and air nozzles are optimized. The result is low drag coefficient to 0.274, which in the standard model is 0.30.
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Peugeot presented 308 RCZ

Friday, July 31st, 2009

Peugeot RCZOn the exhibition in Frankfurt in 2007., Peugeot introduced the concept 308 RCZ, a serial model will debut in September of this year’s Car in the German city. By Peugeot have decided to warm our curiosity as tiyzar spread several pictures of the car, which is 2 +2 people and is aimed at modern and very nice customer. Peugeot RCZ is a unique project of the French, not only because it is the first free number in its name, but also why, despite the short deadlines and the financial crisis, it is completely finished and will be released for sale in the spring of 2010th.
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The new engines of Peugeot 407 Coupe

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

Peugeot 407 coupeThe aesthetic pleasure and management are two mandatory qualities of each model Peugeot, 407 Coupe and it reaches its limits because it is a car together the best from the experience of the brand. 407 Coupe appearing in 2005. As for the tradition of the mark in the coupes. Tradition in which style and refinement are complemented by modern and dynamic. Double up with the carrier shenkel, strong front and rear axle of the 407 Coupe irreproachable conduct determined by the way, outstanding accuracy, dynamics and comfort. All engines have excellent performance, but to be in step with the time range of 407 Coupe developed to offer more power and flexibility with lower costs and harmful emissions. The new V6 3.0 l HDi FAP with 6-stage automatic gearbox provides power from 241 h.p. at 3 800 rev/min. Torque is 450 Nm at 1 600 rev/min. and this value was maintained up to 3 600 rev/min. With its 407 Coupe became the most powerful series of Peugeot cars in nearly 120 years and history.
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Peugeot facelifted 207

Monday, July 27th, 2009

Peugeot 207After three years of marketing and sales 167 000, Peugeot 207 came time to receive light refreshment. All versions of models with a new front bumper with enlarged trapezoidal grille and halogen lamps with different shapes and rear LED lights. In the interior changes have been made on the dashboard and steering wheel, and used better quality materials, highlighting the desire of the Peugeot to quality, comfort and dynamism. Renewed Peugeot 207 range will appear in the European market in August and will be offered 12 engine, while all the company’s engineers have made the necessary improvements to reduce fuel consumption and harmful emissions emitted.
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Peugeot showed the new Minivan 5008

Wednesday, July 15th, 2009

Peugeot 5008The French company Peugeot disseminate official pictures and details of all new MPV model 5008, which provided for the premiere exhibition in Frankfurt in September, and sales will start a little later. Peugeot 5008 is a typical representative of class MPV, providing space and comfort of all passengers, whose maximum number is seven. The minivan can boast and excellent opportunities for carrying luggage. The volume of the payload, which takes the standard car is 758 liters, but if you folded the rear two rows of seats, it is an incredible 2 to 506 liters. Since 5008 is a typical family car in its development is very much based on practicality and security. The model can be ordered with an enormous transparent roof, covering an area of 1.69 square meters as well as advanced multimedia system including screens in the backs of front seats, game console, DVD player, wireless headphones and other widget.
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Rude facelift of Peugeot 207

Monday, July 13th, 2009

Peugeot 207The website feline207.net appeared spy pictures currently unclear modification of the Peugeot 207, and some experts believe that the photos of the vehicle is renewed version of the 207 SW. More likely, however, that environmental modification is 207 SW Outdoor, the idea was presented at the exhibition in Geneva in March. The only difference being seen between the two cars in front. Concept Peugeot 207 SW Outdoor was equipped with 1.6-liter diesel engine with a power 90 PS.
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