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The Peugeot 207 Epure: Purely Eco-Friendly

Posted on 11 November 2008


Up until now, green is the only color representing our consideration to the environment. But the Peugeot 207 Epure has changed that.

Purely pearl white on the outside with white leather interior, the Epure is a hydrogen fuel car with an absolute zero emission — leaving behind air as clean and pure as its appearance, hence the name.

Powered by 95 bhp electric motor and a 50 kw lithium-ion battery pack, the Peugeot 207 EPure is able to accelerate to 81 mph with a range of approximately 218 miles. The Genepac 20 kw fuel cell, made from thinly stamped stainless steel plates in two modules (which greatly reduce the price compared to other PEM fuel cells.), serves to power the electric motor directly and recharge the batteries. There is a 15-liter 10,000 psi compressed hydrogen cylinders lined up inside the trunk, ready for refueling.

An instrument panel on the Peugeot 207 EPure lets the driver know at the glance the quantity of hydrogen left in the tanks and the charge level in the batteries. The center console displays the flow of electricity between fuel cell, battery and motor.

The Epure is a truly “green” vehicle complete with absinthe-accentuated carpeting and accents.

Looking at its front grill, you may think the car is making a really huge smile at you. This is with a good reason though since the Peugeot 207 EPure is the first fuel cell convertible displayed by a major automaker. It is yet another one big step towards a bright and green future for hygrogen fuel cell technology.

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