Peugeot Australia has confirmed it is going to shift its SUV and passenger automobile ranges to hybrid powertrains, beginning with the mid-sized 3008. The transfer spells the demise of the 508 (and all different ICE and PHEV fashions), which will probably be retired domestically.
The 3008 Fastback SUV is powered by a brand new 1.2-litre turbocharged PureTech petrol engine, developed for optimum integration with hybridisation, and delivering 100kW of energy and 230Nm of torque. It’s coupled with a brand new 6-speed dual-clutch electrified gearbox.
With a battery that recharges whereas decelerating, this expertise helps to offer further torque at low engine speeds and lowers gas consumption and CO2 emissions (by as much as 32 per cent when in comparison with the outgoing 3008 ICE automobile).
The brand new Peugeot 3008 Hybrid vary has a mixed cycle gas consumption of 4.9-litres/100km. To be provided in an Attract and a GT Premium variant, every comes normal with the latest model of i-Cockpit.
This features a 21-inch HD curved show, compact steering wheel with flush controls and digital i-toggles, with as much as 10 widgets. The pinnacle-up show and the big central contact display are actually built-in right into a curved panoramic panel.
It comes with a revamped entrance finish with the traditional three-claw gentle signature, however introduces a recent design for the headlamps and grille. The brand new emblem seamlessly integrates with each, utilizing a gradient physique color for a cohesive look.
The French automotive maker has modernised the normal slope of the fastback line on the rear of the automotive with a “floating” spoiler. This function enhances the curve of the brand new 3008’s bodywork whereas optimising aerodynamics.
The Attract Hybrid is priced at $52,990 plus on-roads, and comes with wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wi-fi charging pad, and material seats, whereas the GT Premium Hybrid provides Nappa leather-based seats for its $64,990 plus on-roads price ticket.
It additionally scores a panoramic sunroof, heated and vented entrance seats, and heated outboard second row seats. A mid-range GT variant will be a part of the vary at a later stage, with timing to be confirmed.
We are able to inform you it’ll add a 10-speaker sound system, pixel LED headlights, and a Black Diamond roof. Should you’re serious about inserting a pre-order, you may go to the Peugeot Australia web site, or speak to your native dealership.
The Peugeot 308, 408, 2008 and 5008 Hybrid variants will even be a part of the native vary in 2025. Within the meantime, inventory of the interior combustion variations of the 308 Hatch, 2008 SUV and 5008 SUV, and plug-in hybrid 408 Fastback can be found.
