Peugeot has showcased its very own retro take on the future of mobility by introducing the e-Legend concept at the ongoing. With autonomous tech at the heart of the design dynamics, the e-Legend seems like the right blend of futuristic tech and old school looks for an all-electric autonomous sports car.
At first sight, the e-Legend looks like a GT from the future brimming with nostalgia. With its uninhibited design, the concept's styling re-interprets the popular 504 Coupandeacute; from the 70's. As a result, what you get is a lightweight, athletic and chiselled shape that takes you right down the memory lane. Even the cab is arched towards the back with broad glazed surfaces, while the front and rear signature lights share the three, trademark claws. Peugeot has reinforced the nostalgia value of the concept by introducing it 50 years after the first 504 was sold.
The concept is powered by an all-electric powertrain, that can churn out a sizeable 340kW of power along with a hefty 800Nm of torque, taking the real-world performance close to Tesla territory. Its 100kWh battery pack is enough to last for upto 600km and Peugeot claims its fast charging tech can juice it up to 83 per cent in just 25 minutes. The top speed is capped at 220kmph and the e-Legend can clock the 0-100kmph sprint in under 4 seconds.
There are four driving modes available, including two autonomous and two manual modes on tap. Among the two autonomous modes, there's a 'soft' mode for enhanced drive comfort with minimal connectivity and information display. The 'sharp' mode, on the other hand, is for maximum information exchange through the immersive 49-inch curved screen. Focal acoustics on board, along with the curved screen can reportedly provide a totally immersive experience for occupants in autonomous modes.
The two manual modes feature a 'legend' mode, with a dashboard reminiscent of the 504 Coupe's triple dials for information display and a 'boost' mode for high-spirited performance.
The latest concept from Peugeot definitely provides us a glimpse into the future of the ever-changing mobility landscape. While not all the tech showcased in the concept would make it to production immediately, full marks to the French carmaker for the oomph the e-Legend oozes.
With its latest concept, Peugeot has also jumped on the autonomous bandwagon like its German peers such as Mercedes and BMW, which have also showcased their vision concepts earlier. And with these exciting new design philosophies, the future of mobility certainly seems bright.
By Shourya Harwani October 04, 2018 at 03:19PM
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