By: Ahmed Yasser
CAIRO, Feb.2. (SEE) – New Peugeot 208 will be the next car to use PSA’s new CMP ''Prevalent Modular Platform'', after the DS 3 Crossback small ''SUV''. The platform is becoming particularly designed to accommodate an EV model called ''e-CMP'' together with a assortment of turbocharged petrol engines and irrespective of falling sales a diesel alternative.
In addition to the electric powered 208 will involve negligible alterations more than the typical variant to accommodate an electric motor, even though the battery pack will not acquire up any extra place in the cabin.
The launch of the new 208, originally mooted for last was pushed back until this year. The ''PSA'' Group has been prioritising the expansion of DS, alongside a new range of Peugeot SUV's with the 3008 and 5008, plus an all-new 2008 also due next year.
New electric powered variant, the upcoming 208 will gain from an inside overhaul getting inspiration from vehicles such as the new 3008. The variety of driver support, infotainment features and connectivity tech will be boosted and it could be one particular of the first little automobiles on the market to be supplied with semi-autonomous driving characteristics.
While this version looks no different from previous prototypes at first glance the snappers claim that the prototype was silent while passing. The lack of a rear bumper cutout for the exhaust also shows this car's battery-powered propulsion.
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