Peugeot unveils new 3008 SUV plug-in hybrid model

Is this the future of Hybrid motoring? A new Peugeot 3008 SUV plug-in hybrid model has been unveiled to the market with the most powerful road-going Peugeot ever.

Aimed to provide new unrivalled power and performance, the 3008 HYBRID4 boasts 4-wheel drive and a combined 300bhp, yet it emits just 29g CO2/km and promises fuel consumption of just 1.3l/100km under WLTP (Real World Driving) standards.

This exceptional new model will be available in the top-of-the-range GT trim and will be launched across Europe from October 2019.  Prices and final specifications will be announced closer to launch.

Travelling up to 59km in 100% electric mode and going from 0 to 100km/h in 5.9 seconds, the 3008 HYBRID4 is fitted with a 200bhp (147kW) petrol engine and combined with two independent electric motors that is powering each of the four wheels; the electric unit at the front develops 110bhp (81kW) and is coupled to an eight-speed e-EAT8 automatic gearbox; a second electric motor with 112bhp (83kW), is fitted to the rear axle.

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