Peugeot has presented its latest concept car, the SR1, which will make its debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and will preview the design trends of the Marque’s future products. The Peugeot SR1 Concept is a design study of a car with classic proportions and a sculpted body that hints at the future design direction for the brand. Among the features are the 2+1 seating layout and the hybrid powertrain with a front engine and a rear electric motor.
The concept car embodies the new world of Peugeot, reflected by the new Lion badge which adorns its body. Dynamic, balanced, sensual, with an exclusive high-tech interior, this"dream car" explores and reinterprets the theme of the "Grand Touring Car". Through the Peugeot SR1 Concept, the Marque reveals the stylistic design trends for its future models.
Power is supplied by HYbrid4 technology consisting of a 1.6-litre THP petrol producing 160kW (218hp) and a rear electric motor of 70kW (95hp). Total system output is 230kW (313hp) and AWD is engaged when the two systems are working together. Average fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km while C02 emissions are pegged at 119g/km.
The vehicle’s dynamic efficiency is enhanced by the use of a rigid, lightweight structure comprising of a one-piece body and a tubular chassis onto which are mounted the mechanical components and suspension, which consists of double wishbones with drop links both at the front and the rear. For even greater driving precision, the Peugeot SR1 Concept benefits from the adoption of 4-wheel steering. The turning angle of the rear wheels is controlled as a function of the vehicle speed, via motorised links on the rear wishbones, giving the vehicle superb agility under all circumstances. The Peugeot SR1 concept car will be unveiled to the general public at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.
Peugeot SR1 Concept Car 2010