Peugeot will buck the hybrid trend by premiering a diesel-electric hybrid at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show, rather than a gasoline-electric hybrid. Peugeot will showcase the technology on its new 308 hatchback. By combining an already efficient diesel engine with the hybrid technology, the vehicle is expected to average 69 mpg on the European combined cycle.
The 308 Hybrid HDi will feature low carbon dioxide emissions of merely 90g/km, according to German magazine Auto Motor und Sport. The 308 Hybrid HDi is powered by a 1.6-liter four cylinder with 109 horsepower and 192 lb-ft of torque. The electric motor puts out an additional 22 horsepower.
The hybrid will be in production in time for the ’10 model year.
