2010 Peugeot iOn Concept

Peugeot, the pioneer and 1st worldwide manufacturer of electric vehicles will be launching the ion at the end of 2010. Its performance and 130 km operating range is obtained in particular due to the use of lithium-ion batteries, which will provide an efficient response to the challenges of urban mobility and respect for the environment.
With the ion, which will be presented to the world for the 1st time at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Peugeot is incorporating the latest automotive edition into its model range.




Supported by this history, the Lion Brand intends to continue as a major player in the new market of electric vehicles. Therefore, from the end of 2010, Peugeot will be amongst the first to launch a new all-electric vehicle in Europe: the iOn.

From launch, this electric vehicle developed in cooperation with Mitsubishi Motor Corporation (MMC), is aimed at both retail and fleet customers (authorities, local organisations and large companies, etc.) due its specifications which are particularly suited for use in an urban environment.



The town will therefore be the favourite playground of the iOn. With four doors and four seats, a length of 3.48 m and a turning circle of 4.50 m, this all-electric Peugeot vehicle will develop a maximum power output of 47 kW (64 bhp) and a torque of 180 Nm, thus offering reliable levels of performance (maximum speed of 130 km/h). Equipped with a totally comfortable operating range (130 km standard European cycle), the lithium-ion car batteries are rechargeable in six hours using a conventional 220 V socket or recharged to 80% capacity within thirty minutes, thanks to its fast charging system.

These specifications allow this 'zero-emission' city car to offer a good level of versatility, comparable in performance and comfort to a small conventional combustion engine vehicle.

Its respect for the environment par excellence, its compact size, safety and
simple operation will be its best, but by no means only attributes. In fact, onboard it will also include some innovative services, thanks in particular to the 'localised communication unit'. This unit not only authorises the emergency call system for which Peugeot is a leader in terms of deployment throughout Europe (location of vehicles at the time of an accident and triggering the dispatch of suitable emergency services) but also authorises data transfer (battery status, distance covered, distance to travel before maintenance is due, etc.) thus providing assistance in the business management of fleet vehicles.

A further illustration of the brand's environmental strategy Ion illustrates Peugeot's commitment to integrate the new automotive edition by offering lots of solutions suited to the different needs of urban mobility.

This car also represents one of the key factors of the Brand's strategy to reduce the environmental footprint and dependence on fossil fuels. As such, from the end of 2010 onwards, customers will discover some additional solutions within the model range:
- the iOn coming at the end of 2010, is an all-electric vehicle for everyday urban use.
- The 3008 HYbrid4, arriving in spring 2011, will be equipped with technology offering a versatile range of use (147 kW / 200 bhp, 4-wheel drive, etc, with CO2 emissions reduced to 99g/km).

These products will complete a range of combustion engines with some even higher performance engine units in both diesel HDi FAP and petrol variants (VTi and THP technology); engines which are already particularly well placed in their respective segments: 107 with 106 g/km of CO2, 207 with 99g, 308 with 120g, 3008 with 130g and 407 with 129g .

Source - Peugeot

A new step in the commercialisation of the Peugeot i0n: 100% electric, 100% real

With the i0n, the 100% electric car launched at the end of 2010, Peugeot offers a concrete and accessible response to the challenges of urban mobility and environmental responsibility. With its battery and its innovative services, including Peugeot Connect (emergency call and data feedback) and Mu by Peugeot (à la carte mobility), the Peugeot i0n will be available for a monthly rental of less than €500, with a running cost of less than 1.50€ per 100km.
Peugeot is on the offensive, taking concrete action on the electric vehicle market with:




The Peugeot i0n can be fully charged in 6 hours and offers a 30-minute quick charge.

Environmentally-friendly mobility: lithium-ion batteries rechargeable in six hours, quick charge in 30 minutes.



- a maximum speed of 130 kph
- a comfortable range of 130 km in the European standardised cycle
- lithium-ion batteries rechargeable in six hours using a traditional 220 V socket,
- a 30-minute quick charge system ensuring 80 % capacity.
These characteristics make this 'zero emission' city run-around very versatile to use, comparable in terms of performance and capacity to a small conventionally powered vehicle.

Its environmental-friendliness, compactness, safety and simplicity of use will be its main strengths… but not the only ones.
Indeed, inside the vehicle there will be innovative services:

- Peugeot Connect authorises the emergency call, of which Peugeot is the leader in Europe, but also feedback of valuable data for professional fleet management: battery status, mileage, distance before next service.
- Mu by Peugeot, currently being deployed in Europe, providing easy access to products and accessories in the Peugeot range: cars, light commercial vehicles, scooters, bicycles.

Accessible mobility: Peugeot is off to a flying start on the emerging electric
vehicle market.
At the Brussels Motor Show, Peugeot signed two letters of intention (L.O.I.) with Veolia and Greenwheels, companies operating in Europe, with a view to the purchase of electric vehicles and the development of mobility services.


In addition, a partnership has been agreed to join the European EVA project (Electric Vehicles for Advanced Cities), a consortium which to date brings together more than 20 European cities, car manufacturers and electricity suppliers from many countries.

Buoyed by 2500 customer contacts and this intensification of its approach to B to B customers, Peugeot is off to a flying start on the emerging electric vehicle market.

Today, the Marque takes a new marketing step by fixing its minimum monthly rental at under €500, a simple and accessible electric offer as the vehicle's running cost is below that of a conventional vehicle. Other offers adapted to the requirements of different customers will be added to this initial commercial proposal.

Characteristics
Úrban/semi-urban vehicle 4 doors - 4 occupants, environmentally-friendly, compact and easy to handle

No exhaust emissions
Silent
Meeting 90 % of daily travel requirements
Reduced running costs: less than €1.50 per 100 km
Reduced servicing
Dimensions:
Compact: L=3.48 w = 1.475
Roomy: Wheelbase 2.55 m
Height: 1.60
Easy to handle: Turning circle radius between walls 4.5m

Powerful and efficient
Synchronous electric motor with permanent magnets
Maximum power: 47 kW 2500 to 8000 rpm
Maximum torque: 180 Nm 0 to 2500 rpm
Maximum engine speed: 8500rpm
Maximum speed: 130kph
Performance (half payload)
0 - 400 m : 19.9 sec
0 - 1000 m : 36.9 sec
Battery, range and recharging
Lithium-Ion battery
Range: 130 km
Fully charged in 6 hours from an earthed domestic socket
Rapid charge using a special terminal from 0 to 80% in 30 minutes
Services
Peugeot Connect – thanks to a localised communication system - including
Peugeot Connect SOS, for emergency calls
Peugeot Connect Assistance, for breakdown assistance
Peugeot Connect Fleet, for fleet management
Mu by Peugeot: à la carte mobility
A single specification level - 2 levels of finish
ABS – ESP – 6 air bags
Electric power steering
15'' alloy wheels
Fog lamps
Central locking
Electric windows – electrically-operated door mirrors
Automatic switching-on of headlamps
Semi-automatic air conditioning
RDE radio (MP3, Bluetooth, ÚSB)
Telematics unit for Peugeot Connect services
Height-adjustable driver's seat
50/50 separate and tilting rear bench seat (6 positions)
Isofix in both rear seats

Source - Peugeot