Peugeot's new CEO Alain Pavey to "become European EV leader"
Feb 17, 2025
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In addition to the already released electric vehicle lineup, we will create a bright, successful, and sustainable future for Peugeot through customer-centered approaches and strengthening partnerships, he said. "In 2025, we will accelerate our achievements in earnest."
Last year, Peugeot sold about 1.1 million vehicles worldwide, and electric vehicle sales doubled compared to the previous year.In particular, it was ranked as the brand with the highest growth rate in electric vehicle sales for individual customers in Europe, and maintained its position as a leader in the electric vehicle sector in the European B segment and small commercial vehicle market.New Peugeot 3008, which is scheduled to be released in the Korean market this year, recorded more than 120,000 contracts in Europe.
The dual electric vehicle model E-3008 accounts for 22%, which is higher than the average of the same segment.In the Korean market, a model equipped with a mild hybrid powertrain will be launched in 2025.
The Peugeot brand will further expand its EV lineup this year to accelerate its EV conversion.The main models are E-3008 and E-5008, which will be introduced in the global market in the near future.The vehicle is equipped with a 112 horsepower rear-wheel electric motor in addition to the basic front-wheel drive 213 horsepower electric motor to provide a four-wheel drive system with a total of 325 horsepower dual motors. The E-5008 is also scheduled to be released in a five-seater version this year.
Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008 long range models provide one-time driving distances (based on WLTP) of 700km and 668km, respectively, boasting the longest level among competitive vehicles.A new battery preheating system is applied to the two models, which is linked to the indoor preheating system to optimize charging time when driving long distances even in cold weather.In the future, the battery preheating system will support automatic management through a trip planner.When a driver makes a charging plan, the battery preheating is automatically activated and prepared to be charged in an optimal state.
In addition, Peugeot introduces a wide range of automated power trains that offer hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric vehicles on the same platform.In particular, Peugeot's 48V mild hybrid system consists of an electric motor integrated into a 136 horsepower next-generation soline engine and a six-speed dual clutch transmission.The battery is automatically charged while driving, providing additional torque at low speeds and reducing fuel consumption by up to 15%.Up to 50% of the city's driving is expected to be able to drive with 100% electricity.
Peugeot once again emphasized its ambition to become a leader in the electric vehicle sector in the European mass vehicle market based on this wide electric vehicle lineup.In addition, through a multi-energy platform, it plans to provide a solution that can meet the needs of all customers from hybrid to electric vehicles and small cars to SUVs and light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
Meanwhile, Peugeot will also strengthen cooperation with environmental protection associations such as Born Free and Under The Pole.Peugeot is Bonfrey's official education partner, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and wildlife protection through its prohibition, vehicle provision, and ongoing fundraising activities.This year, it plans to provide a Bonfrei pickup truck, co-producing educational content with the Under the Pole Association, which aims to contribute to understanding and preserving the ocean, and making efforts to provide joint presentations and logistics support vehicles at major events in automobiles, diving, and scientific research.
Editor Kim Tae-jin, tj.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
