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Modern turbodiesel powertrains already match petrol-electric hybrids in fuel-economy and often outmatches them when it comes to driveability and performance, but a combination of the two separate technologies could provide a perfect blend of performance and economy. French auto giant PSA Peugeot-Citroen group is at the forefront of the technology, already previewing a number of concept vehicles packing diesel engines and electric motors under its Hymotion4 moniker.

The carmaker has now confirmed that its first diesel-electric hybrid will arrive on the market in 2011 in the upcoming Citroen DS5 – the third model in Citroen’s new... Modern turbodiesel powertrains already match petrol-electric hybrids in fuel-economy and often outmatches them when it comes to driveability and performance, but a combination of the two separate technologies could provide a perfect blend of performance and economy. French auto giant PSA Peugeot-Citroen group is at the forefront of the technology, already previewing a number of concept vehicles packing diesel engines and electric motors under its Hymotion4 moniker. The carmaker has now confirmed that its first diesel-electric hybrid will arrive on the market in 2011 in the upcoming Citroen DS5 – the third model in Citroen’s new premium range of cars, which will include a smaller DS3 and DS4. Development is still in the early stages but PSA is confident of a “considerable fuel saving” and a drop of up to 35% in carbon dioxide emissions compared to a similar sized petrol model. The Hymotion4 system is offered with AWD capability, however, the design eliminates the associated heavy weight of AWD vehicles by using two powerplants in the car. By putting the diesel drivetrain up front, where it can drive the front wheels, and the electric motor at the rear, where it drives the rear wheels, PSA has eliminated the need for heavy and bulky transfer cases, driveshafts and differentials. As for the DS5, which will debut the diesel-hybrid system, it is expected to be a premium hatch/crossover due for launch in 2011. Its styling will be influenced by the DS Inside Concept from last month’s Geneva Motor Show, though it will be significantly bigger than the show car.Peugeot HYmotion4 Diesel-electric AWD hybrid systemCitroen DS Inside Concept official photos Read More

PSA Peugeot Citroen plans to enter the hybrid market in Europe in coming years with new diesel hybrid technology, but the current economic downturn is starting to take its toll on the French carmaker and could see further development of the efficient powertrains delayed. The technology has already been previewed in a number of concept cars, including the recently revealed Prologue HYmotion4 AWD and a diesel hybrid Le Mans racer, but according to one PSA exec the first production versions are unlikely to be available until 2011 at the earliest.

Speaking with Automotive News, the manager of PSA's hybrid innovations unit, Ladimir Prince, has... PSA Peugeot Citroen plans to enter the hybrid market in Europe in coming years with new diesel hybrid technology, but the current economic downturn is starting to take its toll on the French carmaker and could see further development of the efficient powertrains delayed. The technology has already been previewed in a number of concept cars, including the recently revealed Prologue HYmotion4 AWD and a diesel hybrid Le Mans racer, but according to one PSA exec the first production versions are unlikely to be available until 2011 at the earliest. Speaking with Automotive News, the manager of PSA's hybrid innovations unit, Ladimir Prince, has revealed that the carmaker's plug-in hybrid project "could be delayed by a year or two." He also confirmed that the first diesel-hybrid powertrain will appear in the Peugeot 3008 crossover. The key factor affecting the project is the high-development cost of the lithium-ion batteries required to power the vehicles. Prince explained that the business case is hard to justify given that the diesel hybrid models are only expected to sell in the few thousands. Despite the hurdles, PSA engineers are soldiering on. In December the carmaker signed a deal with Bosch to supply it with diesel hybrid components, including the electric motors and electronic systems for AWD versions, as well as ABS and ESP systems. The first model, based on the 3008, is expected to feature an AWD system and achieve a fuel-economy rating around the 68mpg (3.45L/100km) mark. Inventively, PSA’s design eliminates the associated heavy weight of AWD vehicles by using two powerplants in the car. By putting the diesel drivetrain up front, where it can drive the front wheels, and the electric motor at the rear, where it drives the rear wheels, PSA has eliminated the need for heavy and bulky transfer cases, driveshafts and differentials.2009 Peugeot 908 HY Le MansPeugeot Prologue Concept2010 Peugeot 3008 Official photos Read More

Combining elements of both a scooter and a car, the HYmotion3 Compressor is the latest concept to come out of Peugeot. Featuring the carmaker’s new 'HYmotion' hybrid technology, the result is a three-wheel-drive vehicle that features an electric motor in each of its two front wheels and a petrol engine in the rear.

While Peugeot is calling the HYmotion3 compressor a scooter, the concept was created in conjunction with teams from both Peugeot’s motorbike and car divisions and has resulted in a strange amalgamation of both scooter and car-like features.

Its design is based on a three wheel platform for maximum stability, and... Combining elements of both a scooter and a car, the HYmotion3 Compressor is the latest concept to come out of Peugeot. Featuring the carmaker’s new 'HYmotion' hybrid technology, the result is a three-wheel-drive vehicle that features an electric motor in each of its two front wheels and a petrol engine in the rear. While Peugeot is calling the HYmotion3 compressor a scooter, the concept was created in conjunction with teams from both Peugeot’s motorbike and car divisions and has resulted in a strange amalgamation of both scooter and car-like features. Its design is based on a three wheel platform for maximum stability, and driveability, while its width of 82cm enables it to thread a path through urban traffic with all the efficiency of a two-wheeler. The front windscreen extends to the rear of the vehicle to form a shield against bad weather for the rider and passenger, while two polished aluminium roll-over bars support the "bubble" which protects the two occupants. To preserve the vehicle's clean lines, there are no rear-view mirrors as this function is carried out by two display screens on the instrument panel offering optimal rear vision. Finally, the vehicle incorporates Peugeot's HYmotion technology, also featured on other concept-cars such as the new RC HYmotion4 and Prologue. This new generation hybrid technology combines the 20hp (15kW) supercharged petrol engine already featured in the Peugeot Satelis scooter with two electric motors, each with an output of 5hp (3kW), located in the front wheels. This configuration develops a maximum power of 29hp (21kW) for a particularly low fuel consumption rating of 117mpg (2.0L/100km) and CO2 emissions of 47g/km in the combined cycle. The vehicle can also be driven with electric power alone for short distances.2008 Peugeot HYmotion3 concept at Paris Motor Show Read More

Billed as the first WRC rally car to be equipped with a hybrid energy recovery system, the Citroen C4 WRC HYmotion4 features an advanced adaptation of the HYmotion4 AWD hybrid system found in a number of Peugeot and Citroen concepts at this year's Paris Motor Show.

This particular implementation of the HYmotion4 system features a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder good for 320hp (238kW) on its own, but also equipped with a parallel electric motor capable of delivering 167hp (125kW) through the rear axle. Given the variability of use a rally car sees on any given stage, there are a number of different ways this flexible drivetrain can be... Billed as the first WRC rally car to be equipped with a hybrid energy recovery system, the Citroen C4 WRC HYmotion4 features an advanced adaptation of the HYmotion4 AWD hybrid system found in a number of Peugeot and Citroen concepts at this year's Paris Motor Show. This particular implementation of the HYmotion4 system features a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder good for 320hp (238kW) on its own, but also equipped with a parallel electric motor capable of delivering 167hp (125kW) through the rear axle. Given the variability of use a rally car sees on any given stage, there are a number of different ways this flexible drivetrain can be employed. Four driver-selectable modes are available: internal combustion engine only, for typical rallying; internal combustion engine with regenerative braking, for improved stopping power and resistance to fade; electric-only mode for between-stage transport and around-paddock driving; and finally boost mode that enables the driver to tap an extra reserve of 222lb-ft (300Nm) of torque from the electric hybrid system for short bursts. Electric-only mode is limited to about 25mi (40km) range, but by using it at lower speeds, Citroen claims the overall range is extended and fuel efficiency improved by 30%. The more racing-oriented uses of the system, namely improved resistance to brake fade and boost mode, draw on the system's advanced 400-volt lithium-ion battery pack to aid performance, though in complementary manners. The overall goal of the new hybrid rally car concept is to illustrate the future of racing and Citroen's ideas for how it might develop - and with the winning ways of Citroen and driver Sebastien Loeb, their voice will be an important one.Citroen C4 WRC HYmotion4 Rally car concept Read More