Peugeot launches the new 100% Electric iOn
As concern for the environment grows, Peugeot unveils its brand new electric car, the iOn. On sale at the end of 2010, the car is the latest in Peugeot’s electrical legacy – the pioneering manufacturer launched the three-wheeled electric VLV in 1941 and the best-selling electric 106 in 1995.
New developments in battery technology are fully incorporated - with its lithium-ion batteries the iOn has a potential range of 93 miles. And as 90% of daily journeys are less than 37 miles, this is plenty for the school run, a daily commute and drive to the shops.
As such, the iOn is the perfect city car and is exempt from London’s Congestion Charge and some parking charges. It has other financial advantages too – the iOn is exempt from road tax and from January 2011 a government subsidy of up to £5,000 towards the cost of a new electric vehicle is also available.
With the iOn, expensive trips to the petrol station are a thing of the past. It can be charged at home using a traditional household socket. A full charge of the battery takes six hours but this is reduced to 15 minutes for a 50% charge or 30 minutes for an 80% charge, using a special charging unit.
With fewer moving parts, compared to an internal combustion engine, running costs are also vastly reduced. Without the need for petrol or diesel, average running costs are estimated at £2.50 for 250 miles. Even factoring in the cost of recharging, the estimated saving on fuel over 10,000 miles is £1,515 with a potential annual saving estimated at £5,150.
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