2009 Peugeot 3008

Equipments and driving assistance

Simple high-tech solutions for enhanced enjoyment, peace of mind and safety In addition to its innovative concept, the 3008 includes equipment that is rarely, if ever,
found in the compact vehicle market segment.

HEAD UP DISPLAY

Essential driving information is projected from the rear of the instrument panel visor onto an anti-refl ective translucent polycarbonate panel.

The driver can therefore access information about his speed, the cruise control/speed limiter and the Distance Alert, without having to take his eyes from the road. In addition
to the convenience afforded to the driver on long or daily journeys, it also provides real benefits in terms of primary safety (no need to take the eyes off the road, and immediate accommodation of the view between the road and the panel).

The angle, position and brightness of the information projected onto the transparent panel can be set by means of Toggle Switches on the instrument panel. This system, available as standard from level 3 of the range, strengthens further the ‘‘aircraft cockpit’’ feel of the driving position.

The 3008 therefore makes available a function which at present is only available in top-of-the-range luxury vehicles, a device where all important information is ideally
located in one dedicated area.

DISTANCE ALERT

Coupled with the Head Up Display and using a special radar located at the front of the vehicle, the Distance Alert supplements existing driving assistance systems such as the cruise control/speed limiter.

This system helps the driver to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, according to a particular speed.

In addition to its usefulness in complying with certain regulations which can carry severe penalties according to the particular country, the system also has a teaching function: it educates with regards to the necessary and recommended optimal safe distance for a following vehicle.

In France, on motorways, failure to comply with safety distances is the cause of half of all accidents. Similarly, in conditions of dense traffic between 80 and 120 kph,
studies show that 60% of French drivers follow the car in front at an interval of less than two seconds.

Now in the event of an accident, out of those two seconds it can be assumed that the driver will take one second to react, then one second to apply emergency braking. It is therefore necessary to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front at all times. This distance must be proportional to speed, since in two seconds the vehicle travels 56 metres at 100 kph, and 72 metres at 130 kph... It is this measurement that the Distance Alert computes in real time to signal the risk of a potential hazard.

Its operating range is between 70 and 150 kph, and the inter-distance alarm has adjustable parameters (between 0.9 and 2.5 seconds according to national regulations).
The system is non intrusive (visual alarm in the display), i.e. it comprises simple information intended for the driver who remains in full control of the vehicle at all times.

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

Available as standard on all engines, the electric parking brake makes possible the modern architecture and design of the fascia panel and enables the creation of an additional storage space of 13.5 litres inside the centre console.

Its use is also more convenient for the driver: when starting off, as soon as the car begins to accelerate, the hand brake is released automatically. When the engine is switched off, the brake is applied, again automatically.

An electronic control unit (ECU) in conjunction with the ESP controls the amount of force to be applied, according to the gradient, in order to immobilise the vehicle. It remains on standby while the vehicle is parked and can readjust the required force if necessary. The driver can however override the system by holding down the brake (towing, transportation on truck, boat, etc).

If the vehicle stops without the ignition being switched off, the electric control, located within hand’s reach of the driver, can be activated manually. Manual release requires the driver to apply the brake pedal. The automatic operation of the function can be de-activated via the vehicle’s confi guration menu (in particular for cold climates).

HILL ASSIST

All 3008 versions come with Hill Assist, for greater convenience and safety. By remaining in permanent dialogue with the ESP, this function keeps the vehicle at a standstill
while on a gradient for two seconds after the brake pedal has been released, giving the driver time to transfer his foot from the brake to the accelerator.

This makes manoeuvring safer and greatly facilitates use of the vehicle by the driver in forward gear (starting on a hill) and in reverse gear (for example to occupy a parking place on a downward gradient). The system operates from a gradient of 3%. In addition to this innovative equipment, the 3008 benefi ts also from recent technologies making their fi rst appearance on the Marque’s most recent vehicles.

DIRECTIONAL BI-XENON HEADLAMPS

These Xenon headlamps provide a bluish-white light with triple the power of a standard bulb, thereby improving night-time vision. They are coupled with an automatic headlamp levelling control and headlamp washers. The elliptical light module includes a shutter to control dipped beam and main beam functions. They also have a directional function which signifi cantly improves vision in corners. In addition, their operation is linked to vehicle speed between 5 kph and 160 kph to adapt to different conditions of use. This function gives the impression that the system can anticipate the next corner, making night-time driving not only more convenient but also safer. Note that in terms of lighting, all 3008 models have one lamp dedicated to daytime running lights which can be activated or de-activated in the vehicle’s confi guration menu.

WIP… LATEST-GENERATION MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT

The WIP telematics range (standing for World In Peugeot) is available on the 3008 in several versions.

WIP Sound and WIP Plug

The WIP Sound audio system includes an MP3 CD player and a Jack socket in the armrest for the connection of a digital walkman. It can be combined with the WIP Plug option allowing control and connectivity of any type of digital walkman via a USB connector also located in the armrest.

The system includes six speakers:

• 2 tweeters located in the upper part of the fascia panel,
• 2 165 mm diameter speakers located in the front door panels (15W),
• 2 165 mm diameter ‘‘wide band’’ speakers located in the rear door panels (15W).
• WIP Nav: accessible satellite navigation and hands-free kit
• WIP Nav is a highly competitive alternative to the world of portable satellite navigation equipment.

In addition to its perfect integration in the vehicle in terms of style, functions (operation with controls under the steering wheel) and security, it offers numerous functions: a large 7’’ 16/9 display (resolution 480x234 pixels) with perspective view, european cartography stored on a 4GB SD card, leaving the CD player dedicated to
the audio function, a front mounted MP3 and WMA compatible CD player, a 3-tuner, 2-antenna audio system for optimal reception of radio frequencies and RDS-TMC traffi c info (ViaMichelin in France, Trafi cMaster in the United Kingdom), a lsquo;‘detour’’ function proposed thanks to the above traffi c information when the system detects an incident on the current route, risk areas monitored by automatic fi xed speed cameras, a Bluetooth® connection allowing hands-free phone calls when the user has a phone with this function, Jack socket in the centre console for the connection of any type of mobile digital playback device.

WIP Com 3D: a top-of-the-range multimedia system (available from the autumn of 2009)

Featuring the most advanced technologies, WIP Com 3D is positioned at the top of the range of multimedia systems offered by the Marque. This equipment meets the expectations of a demanding and modern customer base at ease with the world of high technology and in search of maximum connectivity.

The system includes: a large 7’’ 16/9 high resolution display (800x480 pixels) with European cartography in 3D (relief, buildings and monuments of main European cities, etc) stored on its 40 GB hard disc, a 3-tuner, 2-antenna audio system for optimal reception of radio frequencies and RDS-TMC traffi c info, the latter combined with the ‘‘detour’’ function when incidents are detected along the route, risk areas monitored by automatic fi xed speed cameras, an MP3 and WMA compatible DVD/CD player, a GSM module which, after inserting a SIM card, provides access to different services (*), as well as the ‘‘hands-free phone’’ function, a Bluetooth® connection which also allows this ‘‘hands-free phone’’ function, a Jukebox function, for copying favourite tracks to the 10 GB hard disc dedicated to the user (up to 180 hours of music), a front-mounted SD card player to play MP3 and WMA audio fi les, a USB connector located in the front armrest for the connection of all types of digital playback devices, auxiliary RCA audio/video connectors in the glove box.

REAR OR FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST

Offering valuable assistance for parking manoeuvres and personal safety, the park assist system emits audible signals, via the central display and the speaker nearest the obstacle, that increases in frequency the closer the vehicle gets to the detected obstacle. The system is activated when reverse gear is engaged and for the front park assist at a speed of less than 10 kph.

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