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August 30, 2007
Frenchies Like It Hybrid Too
While America and Japan have jumped onto the hybrid bandwagon, Europe held steadfast about diesel being a better alternative. Peugeot decided to have the best of both words. Debuting at this years Frankfurt auto show, the 308 Hyrbid HDi is a shining example of a car that will shut up both camps.
The 308 HDi looks just like the regular 308 but underneath the hood is an engine(s) that gets 69 mpg while producing only 90 g/km of CO2. That's like super super super low emissions. The awesome thing is it's no concept. It goes on sale 2010.
So here comes the bad part. Peugeot hasn't had a presence in the U.S. since the 80's. There are rumors they're coming back but take that with a grain of salt. The other bad news is timing. The Japanese and American auto companies plan to have all electric and fuel cell vehicles on the roads by then.
On another note, why is it that all Peugeots look like baleen whales? Hit the jump to see the hybrid status screen.
Posted by tranism at 8:43 PM | Permalink
Comments
I think they are actually inspired in those whales...
Posted by: [Z] at August 31, 2007 8:16 PM