Peugeot RCZ
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The Peugeot RCZ is a sports car
manufactured by Peugeot
. It has been on sale since May 2010 and is currently available in almost 80 countries.
It was officially introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2009 and was initially announced as the 308 RCZ concept car at the 2007 Frankfurt show. It is assembled by Magna Steyr
, a subsidiary of Magna International
.
The RCZ has been a commercial success for Peugeot. The 30,000th one came off the assembly line on June 21st, 2011.
.
There are three engine options for the RCZ, all with a 6-speed manual transmission and automatic available on the lower powered petrol model. The range includes a 1.6 L petrol 156 bhp THP and a higher performance model sharing the Mini Cooper S turbocharged 1.6L engine producing 197 bhp THP engine with gives the THP 200 accleration to 62 mi/h in 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 147 mi/h. The 2.0L HDI diesel version produces163 bhp.
Monaco Kit - JBL premium Hi Fi sound system, directional bi-Xenon headlights with auto height adjustment & headlight washers
Elan Kit - 19" "Solstice" Black Onyx alloys, carbon roof satin black, door mirrors black, front grill brillant black
Sportif Kit - 19" "Sortilege" alloys, carbon roof brilliant black, door mirrors black, front grill brilliant black
and has won red dot awards http://en.red-dot.org/2775.html?cHash=43af7d9926dd97c2c0f5d70acc91e8e8&detail=7569
Sports car
A sports car is a small, usually two seat, two door automobile designed for high speed driving and maneuverability....
manufactured by Peugeot
Peugeot
Peugeot is a major French car brand, part of PSA Peugeot Citroën, the second largest carmaker based in Europe.The family business that precedes the current Peugeot company was founded in 1810, and manufactured coffee mills and bicycles. On 20 November 1858, Emile Peugeot applied for the lion...
. It has been on sale since May 2010 and is currently available in almost 80 countries.
It was officially introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2009 and was initially announced as the 308 RCZ concept car at the 2007 Frankfurt show. It is assembled by Magna Steyr
Magna Steyr
Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik AG & Co KG is an automobile manufacturer based in Oberwaltersdorf, Austria, with its primary manufacturing location in Graz...
, a subsidiary of Magna International
Magna International
Magna International Inc. , is an automotive supplier headquartered in Aurora, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's largest automobile parts manufacturer, and one of the country's largest companies. It owns the Magna Steyr automobile production company of Austria....
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The RCZ has been a commercial success for Peugeot. The 30,000th one came off the assembly line on June 21st, 2011.
History
The RCZ was originally planned as a simple concept car but it received critical acclaim, capturing the imagination of the public and professionals. Peugeot decided to take the leap from concept to actual car and began production. The car's lines and style have remained very close to the original concept so as not to disappoint public opinion, however a series of changes were made to the central dual exhaust system which was replaced by a dual exhaust to the left of the rear bumper. The RCZ has double-bubble roof inspired by ZagatoZagato
Zagato is a design consultancy and engineering services company situated just outside Milan, Italy.The company's premises occupy an area of , of which are covered....
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Specifications
The RCZ is 4.287 m (168.8 in) long, 1.845 m (72.6 in) wide and 1.359 m (53.5 in) in height and a wheelbase of 2.612 m (102.8 in).There are three engine options for the RCZ, all with a 6-speed manual transmission and automatic available on the lower powered petrol model. The range includes a 1.6 L petrol 156 bhp THP and a higher performance model sharing the Mini Cooper S turbocharged 1.6L engine producing 197 bhp THP engine with gives the THP 200 accleration to 62 mi/h in 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 147 mi/h. The 2.0L HDI diesel version produces163 bhp.
Standard Features
The RCZ can be highly specified including features such as electric heated and adjustable seating with driver's memory, leather seats and dashboard and hill assist function.Optional packs
19" Alloys - "Sortilege" Midnight Silver, "Sortilege" Black OnyxMonaco Kit - JBL premium Hi Fi sound system, directional bi-Xenon headlights with auto height adjustment & headlight washers
Elan Kit - 19" "Solstice" Black Onyx alloys, carbon roof satin black, door mirrors black, front grill brillant black
Sportif Kit - 19" "Sortilege" alloys, carbon roof brilliant black, door mirrors black, front grill brilliant black
RCZ Hybrid4 Concept
RCZ Hybrid4 HYbrid4, incorporating the principle of the HYbrid4, or all-wheel drive, 3008 technology with a 2.0 l HDi FAP 120 kW at the front and an electric motor 27 kW mounted on the rear. Announced fuel consumption: 3.7 L/100 km in mixed cycle. CO2 expected is 95 g/km and will get a bonus of 1000 € purchase.Awards
The RCZ received the Top Gear 2010 Coupe of the Year award and the Auto Express Special Design Award 2010.and has won red dot awards http://en.red-dot.org/2775.html?cHash=43af7d9926dd97c2c0f5d70acc91e8e8&detail=7569