Mitsubishi and Peugeot EV – Twin Car Love
Both the Peugeot iOn EV and Mitsu’s iMiEV are headed to the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show – yet they look oddly similar. Both small alt-fuel 5-door sedans are scheduled to come out in late 2010. Body styles are pretty identical, in fact some might think these vehicles were separated at birth! That is because the iOn EV is basically a re-branded Mitsubishi.
Both vehicles boast an 81 mile range with the help of lithium-ion batteries. 81 miles not grand enough for you? If this helps, both vehicles’ batteries can be recharged 80% within thirty minutes, thanks to a rapid charger. No rapid charge on hand? Expect to wait six hours for the batteries to be full again. i-MiEV/iOn’s electric motor produces 64 horse power and 180 Nm of torque. Peugeot stated the iOn has a top speed of 81 mph, which is good because we all know what happens when your Peugeot reaches 88.
Look for more of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV, Peugeot iOn EV and more at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show Sept 17th.
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