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ELECTRIC FAQ
electric vehicle FAQ

 
 
ELECTRIC VEHICLES FAQ

Do you have questions about electric cars?
Find all the answers right now in the PEUGEOT FAQ.
 
 
ELECTRIC VEHICLES FAQ
Do you have questions about electric cars? Find all the answers right now in the PEUGEOT FAQ.

 
 
ADVANTAGES

Why buy an electric vehicle rather than a petrol or diesel vehicle?

In addition to the not insignificant impact on the environment thanks to the reduction in CO2 emissions, a PEUGEOT electric vehicle offers many advantages:

 

  • Smooth driving with 0 noise, 0 vibration, 0 gear changes, 0 fuel, 0 C02 emissions when driving, 0 smell;
  • Savings in fuel and maintenance.

 
 
BATTERIES

What is the warranty for the battery of a PEUGEOT electric vehicle?

Your PEUGEOT electric vehicle benefits from an extended warranty on its traction battery: 8 years or 160,000 km. All work within the scope carried out during this period is covered by PEUGEOT.

 
 
DRIVING RANGE

What is the range of my electric vehicle?

Equipped with a 50 kWh battery (a 75 kWh battery is also available on the PEUGEOT e-Traveller depending on the version), the PEUGEOT electric range offers a maximum power of 100 kW and allows you to travel over 400 km WLTP(i)  The driving range and electrical consumption values specified comply with the WLTP test procedure based on which new vehicles have been accepted since 1 September 2018. They may vary according to the actual conditions of use and various factors such as: speed, thermal comfort in the vehicle, driving style and outside temperature.   on a full charge.

How can I optimise the operating range of my vehicle?

The range of your electric vehicle depends primarily on the state of charge of your battery, but it can also be affected by driving too fast, frequent acceleration, the load carried and the road configuration. We recommend that you adopt a smooth or eco-driving style to preserve the maximum range of your electric car.

Why is the range of an electric car less when it is cold?

PEUGEOT electric and hybrid vehicles are equipped with lithium-ion batteries that must be kept at a positive temperature to maintain their efficiency. The power required to heat the batteries comes from the motor, which has an impact on the vehicle's range.

 
 
CHARGING

How do I charge my electric vehicle?

Several charging solutions are available to facilitate your daily life in your electric vehicle:

 

  • Home or private charging: you can charge your vehicle directly from home by choosing a domestic socket, a high-power socket or a Wall Box;
  • Public charging

How long will it take to charge my electric car?

Charging time cannot be stated exactly as it depends on several parameters:

 

  • The power of the charging station and the charging cable used;
  • The weather conditions;
  • The charge level of your battery. The lower your battery level, the longer it takes to charge.

 

To optimise this time, the installation of a Wall Box at your home offers significant time savings.

On the road, use rapid charging stations wherever possible and retrieve 80% of your range in 30 minutes. The MyPeugeot application helps you to locate them in an instant.

 
 
MAINTENANCE

What maintenance is required for an electric vehicle?

It requires less maintenance than a combustion-engine vehicle: no more oil changes, oil filter or clutch replacement or emissions check. Your visits to the workshop are therefore less frequent.

When should I make an appointment for the servicing of my PEUGEOT electric car?

It requires less maintenance than a combustion-engine vehicle: no more oil changes, oil filter or clutch replacement or emissions check. Your visits to the workshop are therefore less frequent.

 

To manage your maintenance as you wish, the MyPeugeot application offers a virtual service booklet that helps you follow the recommended servicing schedule for your vehicle according to the information entered:

 

  • Current kilometrage;
  • Average annual kilometrage and information on your use (personal or business).

 

For ideal operation, you are asked to update this information manually and regularly (unless your vehicle is connected via Bluetooth or with a ConnectPacks contract, in which case the kilometrage update is automatic) and to note any maintenance carried out so that the service book is up to date.

 

In addition, if you subscribe to our digital Maintenance e-book service, you will also benefit from automatic updates of the maintenance operations performed by your repairers as part of the service plan.

And it's free.

 

To activate this service, make an appointment directly with a PEUGEOT sales outlet.

 
 
AN ELECTRIC CAR

What is an electric car?

An electric car is a vehicle whose motor is powered by electricity from lithium-ion batteries. The batteries in PEUGEOT 100% electric vehicles are located under the floor, so that they do not impact on the space on board or the boot volume.

How does the motor of a 100% electric car work?

An electric vehicle does not have a petrol or diesel engine but a motor that uses electricity as energy. The motor converts this energy stored in the battery into mechanical energy to enable the vehicle to move when you press the accelerator pedal.

 
 
BUSINESS VEHICLES 

Is electric the best choice for my business?

For both the company and the driver, electric vehicles offer many advantages: 

 

  • the same dimensions and load space as a petrol or diesel version;
  • purchase subsidies, state exemptions and savings in use;
  • less maintenance and servicing;
  • a more comfortable drive: less noise, less vibration;

What happens to the range when I drive with a load?

The weight of your load affects the range of your electric vehicle and the number of kilometres you can drive.

 

Would you like to switch to electric? Our simulator will show you the models that will meet your mobility needs and estimate the range you need for your activity.