PARIS: Peugeot will reveal an autonomous, all-electric and fully-connected concept car with a 600km range at the Oct 4-15 Paris Motor Show.
The styling and technology of the e-LEGEND CONCEPT will offer a glimpse into the future whilst retaining PEUGEOT style and heritage DNA.
The car features four driving modes – two autonomous and two manual. The modes can be selected depending on the road and traffic conditions, as well as the driver’s preference.
The car is powered by a 100% electric powertrain, with the 100 kWh batteries reaching 800Nm torque and 340Kw/456hp power, distributed to the four-wheel drive. This level of performance makes it possible to travel 0-100 kph in less than 4s and reach a maximum speed of 220kph.
The range is 600km according to the WLTP protocol, of which 500km are accessible in 25 minutes thanks to a fast induction charging.
The four modes of driving are quite interesting.
Two autonomous modes:
> SOFT – focuses on the comfort of the vehicle’s occupants, with projection on digital material screens and information displays reduced to a minimum
> SHARP – features maximum connectivity for digital activities, such as engaging on social networks, arranging electronic calendars etc.
Two manual modes:
> LEGEND – cruising mode with dashboard reflective of the iconic 504 Coupé’s three dials and a digitally-created wood effect display on various screens
> BOOST – more dynamic and stimulating driving thanks to a powerful electric engine and 180-degree immersion for the driver, with projection of the road on a single, large screen
When the e-LEGEND CONCEPT is in either of the autonomous modes, the interior configuration changes, with the steering wheel retracting under the sound bar in order to make the 49-inch central screen fully visible. The front seats recline for extra comfort and the side armrests deploy automatically, freeing up a large storage area and an induction charging area for smartphones and other devices.
The fully autonomous capabilities of the vehicle are designed to give drivers more time to themselves, with Peugeot’s i- Cockpit offering a comfortable and intuitively usable environment.
Peugeot has recently teamed up with AI technology company, Soundhound Inc., to offer a voice-activated personal assistant suitable for autonomous driving. Using this, the driver can change the driving style of the car, listen to music or even open and close the electrified doors.
Using the digitised voice of Peugeot style director, Gilles Vidal, the system works in 17 languages – a version of this will be available in Peugeot production vehicles within two years.
Meanwhile, Peugeot ’s existing audio partner, Focal, offers acoustic architecture to ensure optimal sound diffusion. This allows, for example, the driver to input navigation voice commands while the other occupants of the car listen to music, or places each individual occupant in their own “sound bubble”, meaning they can each listen to different things without affecting the others.
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