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2011 Citroen C-Zero
Brand: PSA
Description:The Citroen City Car consists of magnetic synchronous motor with 64 hp and 180 Nm of torque between 0 to 200 rpm.
A beeper is installed to alert the driver for knowing when the motor is turned on for a smooth mental transition.
The C- Zero single speed reduction gear is present to send the power to rear axle.
For the lightweight and durability, the unit is powered by 330 volt lithium ion battery pack.
It integrates creativity and technology. It requires almost 6 hours to fully recharging the car through 220 volt electric socket, whereas it requires just 30 minutes recharging 80% of the battery by 400V external station.
Normal fuel gauge is replaced by battery charge indicator.
Predicted Launch: Late 2011.
Price: Not decided yet.
Peugeot iOn
Brand: PSA
Description:New technology is incorporated in the battery; iOn has potential of 93 miles with the help of lithium-ion batteries. As almost 90 % of commuters’ daily journey is within the city ranging about 93 miles. This iOn is perfect Car for this purpose.
There are various financial advantages that goes with iOn that is the road taxes will be exempted from January 2011 and From January 2011 a government subsidy of up to £5,000 towards the cost of a new electric vehicle is also available.
It takes 6 hours to completely charge the battery by using household electric socket and it requires15 minutes to recharge 50% or 30 minutes to recharge 80% of the battery through special charging unit.
Predicted Launch: Late 2010.
Price: Not decide Yet.