Monday, July 18, 2011

2011 Peugeot iOn Review

Advance, dreamed, the first of a NewGeneration 100% electric car is here in full size. Peugeot makes available not only for the few intrepid adventurers, but for a wide clientele of individuals, professionals and public services, we are all convinced and committed to taking all the first step towards a new type of mobility. The 100% electric Peugeot iOn, urban runabout, easy to use, quiet, safe, connected, comfortable and easy to operate with a range of Peugeot Connect, allows you to move around the city in a way that is different and sustainable.

Environmental awareness expressed by Governments, local authorities and citizens, combined with the development of new energy storage technologies, electric cars now gives a new opportunity to take root in cities and their surrounding areas.

Peugeot, the world leader in electric cars in the amount of electricity sold 106S, will take a new step in the commercialization of emissions reduction in the Peugeot-ion battery, the first of a new generation of electric car to 100%.
 


New Urban driving comfort: zero emissions, quiet, comfortable, Responsive Documents

Peugeot ions, conceived as the ideal car in the city and the suburbs, is primarily public services and enterprises, but also for individuals. This city is combined with the most important race of the entire interior parcel greater maneuverability, safety standards, and the high level of comfort add a wealth of standard equipment. Added to the power inherent advantages of technology unprecedented silence, with no CO2 emissions and driving excellent.

To drive the Peugeot iOn means to experience a new peace generated by the car's quiet operation, lack of vibration from the powertrain and the simplicity of no change in speed. In addition, the immediate availability of torque allows efficient linear acceleration that makes driving in traffic a lot easier.
 


RANGE

Thanks to the management of lithium-ion battery power and optimized for recovering energy during deceleration and braking, as the class of the cycle towards a European standard is 150 km. In practice, this will be enough to cover the vast majority of car trips every day, 90% is actually less than 60 km. It takes 6 hours to fully charge the battery using a conventional home outlet. Fast-charge time with a special charging unit offers a 50% charge in just fifteen minutes, or 80% in thirty minutes. Considering that the car is stationary normal about 90% of the time when used in semi-urban or in connection with the download time of the ion Peugeot is entirely consistent with what motorists are accustomed to.

RUNNING UNBEATABLE

When you run between € 1.50 and € 2.00 per 100 km, the energy bill Peugeot ion is unbeatable, whatever the state of charge is used.Carried off during the night, or "peak", the costs may be charged reduced further, and will help to optimize the layout The electricity generated by power plants.
 


Without compromising security

Standard equipment - six airbags, ESP, Electronic Brake Force (REF), the emergency brake assistant (EBA) - and the design of its structure, the Peugeot iOn the same level of safety as a conventional car modern. In the design phase, has been strong emphasis on safety and durability of the components of electric trains. Components of the battery contained in a rigid, tightly home conveniently located under the cabin floor for maximum protection in a collision in the area most resistant to deformation. This also improves the weight distribution of the car by lowering the center of gravity. Recharging the battery or by a fast charging unit or using a standard wall outlet using a cable connection is automatically controlled according to the parameters monitored on the individual battery cells.

SERVICES life easier

In addition to the new generation of electronic technology, Peugeot ion includes the latest telematics technology to offer a variety of services Peugeot Connect.

All models Peugeot iOn as standard for an indefinite period, access to Peugeot Connect services, including the Peugeot and Peugeot Connect SOS Help Connect. If the security features are enabled or the SOS button is pressed, the car's occupants got in touch with the emergency call center. Similarly Connect with Peugeot Assistance, by pressing the "Peugeot Lion" button automatically connects the user with online help. As the vehicle's exact location is determined automatically, the emergency services or repairs can be quickly dispatched to the scene.
 


Other benefits include:

Peugeot Fleet Connect with the periodic transmission of data such as the state of battery charge, is large, mileage and the mileage before the next is especially useful for fleet managers;

Conduits, allowing the user to check, via PC or smartphone, the state of battery charge and vehicle range.

Comfort Series FULL

Complete specifications for all models Peugeot iOn includes alloy wheels, power steering, fog lights, automatic lights, daytime running lights, control of remote central locking, trip computer, air conditioning, MP3 audio CD Bluetoothcompatible USB, front and rear windows of energy, the height of power driver seat, folding rear seatbacks recline and seat ... With a model of one and two levels of interior, the Peugeot range ion is simple and transparent. The three main options and accessories include:

"Cold kits", which is rear-seat heating and electric heated mirrors de-icing;

a conversion kit to create a 2-seater light commercial vehicles with a capacity of 1.1 m3;

a mobile and connected with satellite navigation system that includes other modes of travel (walking, cycling, etc.) installed in the dashboard allows you to:

Receiving traffic information,

updated mapping, indicating the charging stations,

recovery points of interest. Level with a single badge, and two indoor environments, Peugeot iOn number of simple and transparent.

"All Inclusive" offers mobility
 


Marketing of Peugeot ion is based primarily on the provision of mobility "allinclusive." For example, in France, this offer is valid for five years and costs € 499 per month including VAT, which includes the vehicle and its battery - 5 year warranty covers the battery and electric propulsion system - maintenance and maintenance for five years or 50,000 km - Special electric assist - Peugeot Connect, service conduits and access to mobility program for Peugeot Mu.

Customer interest in the clear

Local authorities and governments are in favor of incorporating this new technology with state aid and installing a new infrastructure program to load. These authorities are also potential customers with their own fleet of cars and car-sharing projects that are planned in several cities.

To date, fifteen Peugeot has already signed letters of intent with mobile operators, energy companies, leasing companies and car-sharing in several European countries.

Many people have contacts received special website iOn Peugeot, these people are also interested in the technology 100% power when it is suggested as an established manufacturer Peugeot. Mu in the Peugeot network, the first mobile service offered by a manufacturer Peugeot iOn will be one of the vehicles available for short-term loans. Individuals can try this new way of getting around town or to choose a zero-emission car for a trip on time.

Peugeot offers several different technologies to address environmental challenges and the needs and expectations of customers today:

from the first quarter of 2011, the first-and HDi models with a new generation Stop & Start system for the 508, fuel economy and CO2 emissions;
 


Spring in the first diesel hybrid in the world, the 3008 HYbrid4, offer users a high level specification and a real breakthrough in terms of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions with a 35% reduction, 3.8 l / 100 km and 99 g / km of CO2;

In addition to the Peugeot-ion brand sold a 100% electric light vehicle sales that is based primarily on being the Partner Origin. iOn is not the only electric car brand. The first 100% electric LCV is an original partner developed by Venturi, but in the long-term work to create new concepts adapted to the technology 100% electric.

The market and its customers

The success of the European market for electric vehicles will be heavily dependent on tax incentives at the time of purchase or during ownership, development of infrastructure, the potential ecological constraints related to urban mobility and the fluctuating prices of fossil fuels . The market is expected to grow very gradually, corresponding to about the year 2020 from 4% to 5% of European car market.For why Peugeot iOn also appear to increase gradually, reaching a total output of 50,000 ions 2015.

The Peugeot iOn intended primarily for local governments, local authorities and utilities and transport companies and energy, leasing companies, car sharing, companies and fleets of large companies. In the first half of 2010, Peugeot has already signed 15 letters of intent:

three public transport companies, including two for one offers in different European countries;

six leasing companies in three European countries;

six energy companies in six European countries.

Peugeot is also a partner in the consortium VTLIB (Veolia urban transport), still in the running as a candidate for Autolib "project, an electric car future self-service system intended for Paris and inner suburbs in 2011. To a lesser measure, individuals also target customers. Convinced Brand reliability, they will be the forerunners of this new relationship with the automobile.

A specific color for the logo

For the first time in the history of brand vehicle displays a special badge, the new pearl white / chrome Leon will be a particular feature of zero-emission vehicles. The plate on the bonnet of the Peugeot Ion, black lacquered seat on the tailgate and the center of each wheel is complemented with the logo of "Full Power" on the rear fenders.
 


With a single cab and body overhangs minimal Peugeot iOn is clearly a compact city run. His style will soon be easily identifiable due to its technological nature, and the driver or the company, it will create a modern image of civility, the breakthrough technology 100% electric.

Curved domed lid with a small (specific ion) extended by a large raked windshield, the general appearance of the Peugeot iOn is immediately welcoming. Without taking themselves too seriously, which adds to this with full-color painting bodywork and alloy wheels. September body colors are available: two pearls, two and three vibrant metallic shades of pleasure. Inside, its traditional design, available in two trim levels, the first simple and consensual, the other materials offered are soft to the touch, like the leather steering wheel and gear knob shifter (DNRP) or Board table painted door panels and tinted soft, in part, with a subtle touch of stylish metallic blue.

The new urban driving comfort

The magic of electricity live in zero CO2 emissions and external noise limited to the sound of tires on the road, ideal characteristics for use in residential areas. Thank you to a wheelbase of 2.55 m high and architecture, its outstanding roominess allows four adults to sit in comfort. Compact - 3.48 long and 1.47 meters wide m -, remarkable turning circle of 4.50 m and electric power steering, it is very agile. It is possible to weave in and out of traffic and make a game of parking maneuvers more difficult.

Despite its small size, awe-inspiring when in traffic. There can be no doubt that the wheel of the Peugeot iOn, with its high driving position and good visibility, the driver and passengers are safe in a real car.

Once the wheels start rolling, the driver of the powertrain is immersed in the silence of the new experience of driving alone. Behavior, not just quiet, but very easy, makes trips more fun and less tired, all occupants can enjoy a normal conversation.

New contact the driver and the vehicle's dashboard and the presence of the generated power meter shows the actual energy consumption or energy use (when the foot is removed from the accelerator and brake). The driver quickly becomes accustomed to ensure that the best energy recovery during deceleration, and hence accepts liquid, stress-free driving.

While ready to carry out their own peace, Peugeot iOn no shortage of character and performance. Once the need is obvious, using the accelerator is released instantly available torque for quick acceleration and linear. Taking 3.5 seconds to go from 30 km / h to 60km / h (3.9 seconds versus the third in a 207 1.6 liter THP) is the proof. This level of performance inspires confidence, especially when quick access to traffic moving.

No compromise on safety

Thanks to the top of the vehicle architecture, the battery (all battery components) is under the floor between the wheels, reducing the center of gravity gives the vehicle a good dynamic stability. This stability is enhanced by standard equipment - ESP, Electronic Brake Force (REF) and emergency braking (AFU).

When the driver to increase their foot off the accelerator, the flywheels to drive an electric motor (back) and the mode of production of electricity, which provides the "engine braking", comparable to a conventional vehicle. Stopping power is provided as well as energy recovery and the conventional brake system. Electronic pump creates a vacuum servo brake assist.

The same level of safety as a conventional car is provided by the modern design of its structure and safety equipment: dual front airbags, two thorax airbags, two curtain airbags, Isofix child seat two safety warning system and a challenge seatbelts in the front and rear. The battery, located in the most impact-resistant, encased in a structure built from a polymer and the plates of glass fiber reinforced steel. Reinforcing cross bars in the battery to protect it in case of side impact and improve the stiffness and torsional rigidity of the chassis. Each battery cell (88 in total) are enclosed in a rectangular stainless steel case.They are organized into groups of four or eight protection modules, placed in the structure of the herd. In the case of a collision, a short-circuit protection system isolates the cells and circuits "high tension".

Special features on the battery charge

Normal load using a household outlet to land is made using a special cable with a protective housing, which electronically controls the continuity of the soil line and can interrupt the charging process in case of error. Charging, fast, normal, is controlled by the voltage and temperature sensors on cells of the battery and the dialogue between the battery monitor specific, and fast charging unit through the unit from the car electronic control (the car "brain"). For fast charging, if the thresholds are met certain temperature in one or more elements of the battery, is inside the battery is cooled by the circulation around "cold" air or air-cooled air conditioning, battery.

Charging is only possible if the selector lever is in park position. Similarly, the ignition is turned off, so it is impossible to start a car accident with the charging connector on the spot.

SCOPE AND LOAD

Peugeot ion is equipped with a new generation of lithium-ion storage capacity and battery power is well above the old Ni Cd are used in 1990 (three times more energy per kilogram, or twice per unit volume) .

This battery has no memory effect. It can be recharged, even partially, without the need for regular full discharges.

The battery can be recharged in six hours with a single-phase 220 V household via a five-meter cable with a standard connector and a special connector for the vehicle. Normal load for the driver connects the cable to the household or standard waypoint load, while the other end is connected to the connector on the right side of the vehicle (the connector on the left side is reserved for fast charge ). A symbol on the dashboard and a warning signal on the cable housing to the start of immediate protection of the battery is charging process.It stops automatically when the battery is fully charged.
 


A quick charge using a special device connected to a charging phase 380 V power supply takes fifteen minutes to give 50% of battery capacity and 30 minutes for 80% of capacity. The special cable for fast charging, firmly attached to the terminal is connected to the jack on the left side of the vehicle. The charging process is monitored and controlled by the dialogue between the unit of the vehicle electronic control and the controller of the charger. Charging stops automatically when 80% of full charge is reached (100% is possible with a second re-load).

Driving position

Goal of the designers was to create a completely new vehicle, a technical point of view, but that was consistent with what drivers are currently used. Therefore, the driver is in a traditional driving position similar controls can be found within the traditional vehicle: the ignition switch, hand brake, four-position selector switch, and two pedals as an automatic car wash, and heating and air conditioning, etc. Turn the ignition key to hand out the rear car accessories, making it another notch makes the transmission operation. Light "Ready" on the dashboard, with the audio signal to break the silence to announce that the vehicle is ready to run.

The main differences with conventional vehicles with internal combustion engine are in the dashboard, that:

an indicator of battery charge (with sixteen positions) that allows to know the level of battery charge;

a power meter to encourage economical driving, providing instant playback levels of energy consumption or energy recovery during deceleration and braking, through a needle that moves through areas Color:

the green zone, driving with a minimum consumption of energy,

the white area, "power hungry" behavior,

the blue "loading" zone, the degree of energy recovery;

computers as well as the usual information on the available range calculated on the basis of driving conditions over the last 25 km. The parameters taken into account, among other things, the type of driving, traffic conditions, the type of travel and the use of heating or air conditioning;

range of progressive reduction of warnings and an emergency strategy:

when the level of battery charge is reduced to two bars, hot "gauge" symbol warning of the need to recharge the battery (17% power remaining)

when the bar reaches the last, blinking too much, besides the "burden" of symbols. The burden is essential,

when no bars are shown something more, "gauge" symbol stays on and the onboard computer indicates no range. Heating and air conditioning are turned off by built-in car systems. The inertia of the vehicle allows the radiator fan to distribute the remaining air hot or cold. The strength of the electric motor is gradually reduced,

acceleration when the application can not be fully compatible a "turtle" symbol on the dashboard and the vehicle performance is reduced

Complete the vehicle stops, at least when the battery has been reached.

Transmission

Peugeot-ion is a rear-wheel drive vehicle equipped with an electric motor and a gear ratio is installed in front of the rear suspension.

The engine is equipped with 330 V three-phase alternating current (AC) inverter, which has a current 330 V (DC) from the main battery. The frequency converter controls the current, voltage and frequency, the position of the accelerator pedal. Answer Wizard, when the accelerator is pressed is designed to ensure a good distribution when necessary.

The process of reversing the motor and gives a large potential reduction of speed from 0 to 130 kph. The unique gear, offers an overall ratio of 6.066 in the front and rear gears. Inverse is obtained by reversing the direction of the engine.
 


Neodymium (ND) permanent magnet synchronous motor is extremely compact. With a maximum power of 47 kW.h (64 hp), torque is 180 Nm at 0000-2000 rpm. It consists of:

a rotor turning devices with magnets placed with the poles (north and south), turn outward;

Outside, a fixed stator consists of three independent coils supplied by the current phase, creates a magnetic field, which turns the rotor.

BATTERY

The lithium-ion battery developed by Japan Energy (LEJ - a joint venture of Mitsubishi / GS Yuasa). Produced (in Kusatsu in Japan) on the first floor in the world dedicated to the mass production of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

The term refers to various lithium-ion technology. The choice of technology manganese oxide (cathode with an oxide of manganese LiMn2O4 base) is the best option to meet the operational requirements and established safety levels required for the vehicle. Each module has four or eight battery cells of 3.7 V and a capacity of 50 Ah. With a total of 88 cells connected in series, the battery can store up to 16 kWh of electricity with a nominal voltage of 330 V.

The charge of each battery cell is constantly monitored by a control system that includes monitoring of each cell station and a battery monitor.

Heating & Cooling

Air conditioning systems and electrical heating systems are powered by lithium-ion battery. The heating system works by circulating coolant which is electrically heated. Provides hot air immediately after a cold start or when the vehicle is stopped. The heating power can be adjusted to achieve just the right comfort level to minimize power consumption. An option to "ice pack" is available which includes a heated driver's seat ensures a good thermal comfort, when only the driver and optimize energy use for heating. The air conditioning is provided by a refrigeration unit with an electronically controlled electric compressor for energy is only required for the current configuration is consumed.

Electric currents

When the car is driven, the inverter converts 330 V direct current (DC) 330 V from the battery into alternating current (AC) to provide an electric motor. It also controls the electric motor depending on the position of the accelerator and the energy recovery phase.

The motor is reversible. During the slowdown generates an alternating current (AC) which is converted by the inverter from direct current (DC) to charge the player (generator mode).

The integrated charger converts household 220 V alternating current (AC) at 330 V direct current (DC) to recharge the batteries. It controls the input current 14 and 8 A current battery pack.

For rapid charging, the unit of 50 kW of load voltage and current is fed directly into the unit to recharge the battery. The unit operates on a three-phase 380 V (supplied from the mains electricity in the country). The battery of the car is driven directly by a single phase up to 125 A. The load is monitored and controlled by the dialogue between the electronic control unit of the vehicle and stops automatically when the load unit.Recharging 80% of full charge is reached. A second loading phase can be started (after the first 80%), and will continue until 100%, but more slowly, so as not to exceed the maximum voltage of each battery cell.

(DC) converter on the train station charging unit to produce 14 V 330 V to drive the battery from 12 V battery power supply car accessories - ECU, lighting, sound system, power steering, vacuum pump, water pump, etc. For the same role as the charger for vehicles with internal combustion engine.

Electronic Control

When the car is driven, electronic control unit continuously checks the proper functioning of the vehicle and controls for energy management. The work was done specifically to optimize performance and to promote the recovery of energy during braking. Regardless of road conditions and the battery, a controller determines the performance of the vehicle engine operating.

The battery charging opinion of its phases, the discharge associated with the electronic control unit of the vehicle.

Cooling circuits

The investor, on-board charger (DC) converter and electric motor are cooled by circulating water supply a radiator in the front of the vehicle.

To maximize battery life, if temperature thresholds are reached by some elements of the battery fast charging, ambient air or air-cooled air conditioning is distributed by the package.

SPECIFICATIONS

Type: 100% electric

Maximum power: 47 kW (64 with BPH), at 3500-8000 rpm

Maximum torque: 180 Nm at 0000-2000 rpm

Disk

Battery type: Lithum ions

Capacity: 16 kWh

Scope

NEDC cycle: 150 km

Tires

Front: 145/65 R15

Rear: 175/55 R15

PERFORMANCE (half load)

Maximum speed: 130 kmh

Acceleration

400 m standing start: 20.7 s

1,000 m standing start: 37.3 s

0-100 km / h: 15.9 s

In-gear acceleration

30-60 km / h: 3.5 sec

80-120 km / h: 13 s

EMISSIONS

CO2 emissions: 0 g / km

DIMENSIONS (m)

Overall Length: 3474 mm

Body Width

and the handles of doors: 1475 mm

with mirrors folded: 1594 mm

Door mirrors: 1792 mm

Height: 1608 mm

Wheelbase: 2550 mm

False front: 498 mm

Rear overhang: 426 mm

Track width: 1310 mm

Rear track: 1270 mm

WEIGHT

Weight: 1.120 kg

BOOT

Boot Volume: 168 dm3

AERODYNAMICS

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