Peugeot Hymotion hybrid scooter scheduled for 2010 production
Peugeot HYmotion 3 - Click above for high-res image gallery
According to a report on French site ConsoGlobe, Peugeot is slated to put its HYmotion 3 leaning three-wheeler into production before the end of 2010. Thanks to its twin electric motors (one for each wheel up front) and diminutive 125cc single-cylinder four-stroke powerplant, the hybrid scooter is expected to score an impressive 117 mpg U.S. (141 mpg Imperial, or 2 liters per 100 kilometers) with carbon emissions of just 47 g/km.
Intriguingly, the HYmotion 3 should closely follow the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid to market. While both machines use a similar leaning three-wheeled design, the Italian machine differs in that only the rear wheel is powered by both the electric motor and gas-powered engine. Plus, the Peugeot features a partially enclosed design for superior weather protection. So far, we have no indication that the HYmotion 3 will make it Stateside or what it may cost in Europe.
Gallery: Peugeot HYmotion3 Compressor Concept
[Source: ConsoGlobe via Bikes in the Fast Lane]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
GoodCheer 5:57PM (7/09/2009)
I like it. It's a good personal transportation solution. I'd drive one.
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GoodCheer 5:59PM (7/09/2009)
... at 117 mpg, who cares that it has no plug.
jpm 11:50PM (7/09/2009)
good looking design, and looks like it would be fun to drive
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Gordio 1:01AM (7/10/2009)
It needs some way to protect against the rain. then i'd consider getting one. looks like an awesome alternative to a motorcycle.
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Diffrunt 8:25AM (7/10/2009)
impressive drive train combo, makes me wish I needed a scooter.
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Chris 10:40AM (7/10/2009)
Looks good. I was thinking of chopping in my CBF500 (53 MPG) for a 125 of some sort but this looks far more practical. I like the sound of 141 MPG :-)
I bet it will be an absurd price at launch though :-(
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