2020 — 2023
100kW Electric Motor (ZK01)
Electric
Perform several low-speed stops to transition from regenerative braking to physical friction braking in B-mode. | Note: Check for grabby behavior, inconsistent pedal feel, or mechanical clicks. Early software versions and motor mounts on this 100kW ZK01 variant suffered from jerky transitions requiring dealer updates.
Test the 3D i-Cockpit display and 10-inch central infotainment screen by cycling through climate, navigation, and media menus rapidly. | Note: This early PSA infotainment unit is highly prone to lagging, random reboots, or temporary screen blackouts. Ensure the firmware has been updated to the latest Peugeot release.
Drive over speed bumps or driveways at a moderate speed (15-20 km/h) with the window slightly open. | Note: Listen for creaks or knocks. The extra weight of the 50kWh battery pack puts accelerated stress on the front anti-roll bar drop links, front suspension bushings, and lower control arm bushings.
Plug the vehicle into both a standard AC Type 2 charger and a public DC rapid charger during your pre-purchase inspection. | Note: On-Board Charger (OBC) failure is a critical and known vulnerability on early ZK01 motor variants. Ensure the car initiates and sustains charging on both single/three-phase AC and DC systems without throwing faults.
Initial cabin pollen filter replacement, brake fluid moisture analysis, tyre rotation to mitigate front-wheel-drive EV torque wear, and a diagnostic scan for any pending thermal management fault codes.
Comprehensive battery State of Health (SoH) diagnostic report, replacement of the reduction gear/transmission fluid, cabin air filter renewal, and inspection of the high-voltage cable orange shielding for physical wear.
Deep inspection of heavy-wear chassis components including suspension dampers and bump stops, replacement of the 12V auxiliary battery (preventative), a complete flush of the battery cooling system glycol fluid, and high-voltage insulation testing.
Obtain a certified State of Health (SoH) battery diagnostic report from a dealer or specialized EV workshop to verify capacity retention.
Inspect the front tyre tread depth frequently; the instant 260Nm torque of the ZK01 motor easily accelerates front tyre wear on chip-seal NZ roads.
Replace the auxiliary 12V battery every 3 years without fail to prevent unexpected 'Traction System Fault' errors and electronic system lockouts.
Inspect the AC condenser at the front of the vehicle for road debris damage, as this unit is crucial for maintaining the battery pack's active liquid cooling loop.
Check and clear the panoramic sunroof drainage channels (if fitted) to prevent water ingress from damaging sensitive under-dash wiring looms and BSI body control modules.
Estimated repair costs if issues arise
If the vehicle fails to accept AC charging, the internal 7.4kW/11kW OBC module is likely faulty. This is a complex high-voltage component that requires dealer-level coding and has a high failure rate on early models.
Must be replaced with a high-quality AGM or EFB battery matched to the vehicle's battery management system (BMS) to avoid immediate fault codes and 'no-start' traction system errors.
Given the weight of the electric platform and NZ chip-seal road conditions, the front control arm bushings and anti-roll bar drop links show accelerated wear and may require replacement to eliminate knocking.
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