Peugeot e-Legend concept - 504 Coupe into the modern world

Retro design looks to the past. Electric propulsion looks to the future. But automakers have been apt to show us they needn’t be mutually exclusive, like Peugoet has with the new e-Legend concept.

Set to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show next month, the Peugeot e-Legend is draws its stylistically inspiration from the classic 504 coupe and applies it to a futuristic form about the size of a Nissan GT-R – but with a radically different approach.

Underneath the neo-retro sytling, for starters, sits an array of electric motors and batteries to imbue the show car with 456 horsepower (340 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque.

Backed by 100 kWh-worth of batteries, it’s said to rocket to 62 mph (100 km/h) in under four seconds, top out at 137 mph (220 km/h), and zip along for up to 373 miles (600 km) on a single charge. And 311 miles (500 km) of those can be unlocked with just 25 minutes of rapid induction charging.

“Peugeot e-Legend Concept is not just a technological manifesto,” said brand CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato. “This is the vision of a brand, Peugeot, actively focused on an optimistic and ultra-desirable future. For Peugeot, autonomous and electric are synonymous with even stronger sensations. Boredom will never be part of our DNA.”

The concept is also designed to run completely autonomously in either relaxed Soft mode or a quicker Sharp setting, or put the driver in control in Legend mode for cruising or Boost for a more spirited experience.

The French automaker also teamed up with Soundhound on the voice-activated personal assistant technology, and Focal for the audio system in a cabin space that adapts to the chosen driving mode.

All of which paints a picture of a cutting-edge show car, but it’s the design that will make it stand out in the City of Lights, and you can check it out now in the photos and video below.

“A modern, sharper Coupé, this ultra-technological archetype of automotive pleasure finds its deep strength in the DNA of the Peugeot 504 Coupé,” added design director Gilles Vidal. “Peugeot e-Legend Concept projects us in the near future without any nostalgia. It formalizes our approach to a Peugeot design that addresses the new technological challenges of the automotive industry.”

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[drd]

Peugeot - you listening? This NEEDS TO BE A THING. amazing homage to the 504 and 505 (I had the v6).... And yes, it does look a little like an old kenmeri from certain angles... Please make this!

[PanduPoluan]

Peugeot, produce this! Maybe with less LCD screens inside, fixed steering wheel, and no need for autonomous driving (I'm sure it won't be able to manage the chaotic traffic in my country anyways), and I'll be among the first in line to buy!!!

[matiaspabloclapcichconti]

Peugeot es una de esas marcas que hizo y hace los autos más bellos de la industria automotriz mundial, y éste increible proyecto no es la excepción. Un regalo para la vista, felicitaciones.

[maxxon]

WTF Peugeot?! Why are you suddenly making these badass cars? I want one! I'll get one!

[LEObondTraveller]

The original 504 is still an absolute classic. Great to see the name lives on!

[saoudalsawye]

اوعدنا يارب بواحدة سبحان الله وبحمده سبحان الله العظيم لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له له الملك وله الحمد وهو على كل شيء قدير

[wozwoz-ww]

Omg seriously them lines are stunning. It still has the retro look to it.

[andayimushenye]

I see some people cannot accept the French can make a great remake of such an iconic car. They keep referring to camaro, mustang. Suck it up and accept it.

[honeygate]

🏇اللهم صل على محمد وعلى ال محمد كما صليت على ابراهيم وعلى ال ابراهيم إنك حميد مجيد ⚡⚡💌 وبارك على محمد وعلى ال محمد كما باركت على ابراهيم وعلى ابراهيم إنك حميد مجيد 💪🎊

[christianangel]

This is the modern design of 504 cars ..It's keeps its heritage so well

[ledroitdesavoir]

Franchement une tuerie cette voiture made in France cocorico!!! Un merveilleux clin d'œil à la 504 coupé des années 80 ma génération! La meilleure!

[juanluisulerio]

It looks like a mix of the Mustang, Camaro and the Challenger ...

[supraboy]

Never seen a Peugeot I'd consider buying until now cool 👍

[hairulnizam]

When old meets the future. Really nicely done

[octaep]

just love the exterior, no need those futuristic interior

[marcmarc]

Il faut vraiment que Peugeot sortent se modèle nouvelle 504 en version essence, ça va faire un carton

[arlindblaze]

I wish i could own one man!! That CAR looks amazing

[KhelifiKhelifi-cegx]

It's beautiful and I think have a good future with good motor good luck and good job 😉

[محمدآلمطر-نظ]

اشكر ام البيجو فخاااااااامة لااله الا الله ترى البيجو قوووويه حيييل وصبوره وتقدر تولف عليها قطع عاد مايندرى عن الجديد يووووه الله لايضر البيجو amazing