Peugeot Renames Plug-In Hybrid Models to Align with Euro 7 Combined Power Rules
Peugeot is renaming its plug-in hybrid 3008, 5008, and 408 models after adopting a new Euro 7 homologation protocol that changes certified combined power ratings.
- 225 hp (166 kW)
- 240 hp (177 kW)
What Happened
Peugeot has begun applying the new Euro 7 GTR21 homologation protocol to its plug-in hybrid models, resulting in updated commercial names. The protocol changes how combined power of the combustion engine and electric motor is measured, but the vehicles themselves remain unchanged in performance, fuel consumption, and emissions. The new names reflect the certified combined power: 225 hp for the 3008 and 5008, and 240 hp for the 408.
Peugeot applies GTR21 protocol to current plug-in hybrids
Euro 7 standard applies to all new model types
Euro 7 applies to all new vehicles sold
- Peugeot 3008 Plug-in Hybrid 225 Auto
- Peugeot 5008 Plug-in Hybrid 225 Auto
- Peugeot 408 Plug-in Hybrid 240 Auto
Why this matters
The name changes reflect a new regulation (Euro 7) that will require automakers to certify plug-in hybrid combined power differently, affecting model names but not performance or taxes.
Terms in This Story
- Euro 7
- A European emission standard that sets stricter limits on pollutants and introduces new testing protocols for hybrid vehicles.
- Homologation
- The process of certifying that a vehicle meets regulatory standards for sale in a market.
- GTR21
- A global technical regulation for measuring the combined power output of hybrid vehicles.
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