From the emblematic hydropneumatic suspension, to the “watch bracelet” seat or, more recently, the “Hybrid Air” breakthrough technology, the Group’s continued presence at the head of the rankings demonstrates its ability to innovate continuously in order to reflect the way customers will use vehicles in the future. Where are these patents hidden in our vehicles? And what is the added value for customers? Take a look back in pictures at some of the flagship innovations developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën for its customers!

2. Hybrid Air :
a key stage on the road to the 2l/100 km vehicle!!
Unveiled in A full
hybride solution with
January 2013 compressed air storage
•
80 patents Emitting 69g CO2/km for
• 2.9 l/100 km.
Designed with Bosch and Available on compact vehicles such
in partnership with the as Peugeot 2008 or Citroën C3
French State
• Fuel savings of 45% in urban driving
conditions,
• Zero Emission mode for between 60
and 80% of the time in the city
(Depending on traffic conditions)
Available in 2016 potentially
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3. VISIOPARK :
a 360°overhead view of the car!
Unveiled in A 360°overhead view of the
january car’s immediate environment
provided by a simple reversing
2013 camera.
• • Provides reassurance and
12 patents makes it easier to manoeuvre
round obstacles
• Respect alignment with ground
markings (in a parking space for
example).
From 2016

4. EMP2 : a diversified product offering and lower CO2
emissions
Unveiled in Aunique global modular
january platform
2013 Developing a wide range of body
styles: hatchback, saloon, coupé, cabriolet,
• estate, MPV and SUV.
116 patents
• 22% average reduction in fuel
consumption for vehicles built on this
platform
• A 70 kg reduction in platform weight,
• New styling trends
• Enhanced comfort and well-being, driving
pleasure
From 2013, inVigo & Sochaux,
from 2014, in Wuhan.
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5. BLUE HDi : treating nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from
diesel engines!
An exhaust line comprising the
Unveiled additive particulate filter (DPFS)
at-end 2012 and a NOX after-treatment system
• (SCR Selective Catalytic Reduction)
100 positioned upline from the filter
patents • Eliminates more than 90% of the
nitrogen oxides (NOx) emitted by the
engine
• Reduction of fuel consumption and
CO2 emissions by between 2 and 4%.
• Respects the Euro 6 standard while
maintaining the advantages of diesel
engines in terms of CO2 emissions
From 2013, on the new diesel range

6. Emergency braking (FARC):
a technology that avoids collisions
Unveiled in An automatic braking
system.
2012
•
Greater safety, with a
1 patent system that avoids collisions
when braking at low speeds or
reduces the speed of impact in
order to limit the consequences.
In 2014, on the vehicle replacing
the 308.

7. HYbrid4 : a virtuous partnership between diesel and
electric technology
200 bhp full hybrid diesel
Unveiled as a powertrain, HYbrid4.
world first in 2012
•
300 patents • CO2 emissions of between 99g
and 109g,
• reduced fuel consumption: -
35% and -45% respectively,
compared with a diesel or petrol
engine of the same power
• Silent operation
Four vehicles already rolled out since
February 2012: Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4,
508 RXH, 508 HYbrid4 saloon and DS5
Hybrid4.
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8. 3-cylinder EB petrol engines: greater efficiency
and reduced CO2 emissions!
Unveiled in A new family of compact 3-
cylinder petrol engines.
2011
• • Increased engine efficiency
52 patents and lower pollutant emissions
maintaining performance
• Performance maintened
(power and torque).
• Consumption & C02 emissions
reduced by 25%.
Standard on the Peugeot 208 since
2012.
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9. DS5 CAIRNS wheel embellishers:
Styling & elegance!
Unveiled in A style effetc in the shape of a
2011 wave design on the visible side of
the alloy wheel.
•
1 patent
• A unique style effect on the
market,
• The patent for this finely worked
alloy part concerns the delicate
process of casting the wheel in
the mould & removing it.
Since 2011 on the DS5.
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10. « WATCH STRAP » LEATHER SEATS:
elegant & distinctive interior design!
Unveiled in Driver & passenger « watch
2011 straps » leather seats.
•
1 patent • Contributes to the style of the
• cabin with a refined, elegant
designed with JCI look
• Attractive design with a
craft made look
• Enhanced seat quality.
Since 2011, on Citroën DS3, DS4 &
DS5.
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11. Head-up display: a driver information system that
lets you keep your eyes on the road!
A display system on a retracting
Unveiled in transparent panel positioned just in
2009 front of the windscreen.
•
4 patents • Safety & comfort for drivers, who
can read the information easily
without taking their eyes off the road.
• Unique on the market !
In 2009, already a standard on
Peugeot 3008 , then on 5008, 508 &
Citroën DS5.

12. Hydropneumatic suspension:
on “cushions of air”!
Since 1954 A comfortable, flexible suspension system
•
+ 30 patents • A hitherto unknown level of
roadholding and comfort,
a constant body height
In 1954 on the Traction 15 H,
In 1955 on the DS
In 1989, XM Suspension Hydractive
Today on Citroën C5 & C6