Peugeot Reveals Hybrid SXC Concept Before Shanghai Motor Show

Posted By Laura K. Cowan On April 15, 2011 @ 8:42 am In automotive,green technology,Green Transportation,News | 1 Comment

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Peugeot has unveiled its sexy new SXC crossover hybrid ^[6] concept ahead of its Shanghai Motor Show ^[7] debut. The lovely cute ute will have 313 horsepower on tap from a hybrid turbodiesel engine and electric motor ^[8]. Designed in and for Shanghai ^[9], the SXC boasts ultra-sleek headlights and camera-style side mirrors, though we're afraid those will be lost come production time.

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The Peugeot SXC Concept is designed to appeal to the growing number of Chinese buyers who purchase crossover vehicles, blending a Peugeot ^[11] floating grille with fluid body lines and a solid low-to-the-ground stance, as well as a two-part panoramic roof.

The electric ^[12] motor runs the back wheels and can work alone for rear-wheel-drive electric mode or in tandem with the engine, which runs the front wheels. This clever setup allows the driver to choose between road-holding all-wheel drive or super-efficient rear-wheel drive, while getting a combined average of 41 miles per gallon.

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