2011 Peugeot RCZ

More than a concept car that became a reality, the Peugeot RCZ marks a new chapter in the history of "leisure vehicles" by Peugeot. His expressive style and innovative, luxurious interior, the engines driving efficient and environmentally friendly and pleasure generated by the projects of the brand in a future that promises to be more exciting than ever.

Inspired by the passion and expertise of its designers and engineers, the Peugeot brand values ​​that it instills in each vehicle it produces. Sometimes, however, release the restrictions, and driven by creativity, Peugeot makes a bold new step and that "lifestyle" vehicles, which are truly exceptional. The latter has always attracted the admiration of excitement among car enthusiasts, and immensely proud to be part of decision-makers.

Some concept cars displayed international motor shows also follow suit. Sometimes, their attraction is so great that the desire to see them take the road becomes unstoppable.

Consequently, in September 2007, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Peugeot unveiled an exercise in style that left no one indifferent observer: Peugeot 308 RC Z Concept Car

The idea of ​​selling the car on a commercial basis has quickly become a reality.

However, the transformation of the concept car production vehicle requires real determination, audacity and ingenuity ... qualities for which the manufacturer is known.

Designers and engineers work together to ensure that all specifications of the vehicle responded to the promise of its exterior design.

Indeed, while the main objective was to preserve the stylistic concept, despite significant limitations on its production and marketing, the challenge has gone much further. Very ambitious targets were set based on driving performance and quality of production, giving the car its own strong and unique identity.

This compact 2 +2 coupe has been designed to be an exclusive car, "something special", a melting pot of emotions for a modern and very demanding customers with expert advice on what constitutes fun.

His name, RCZ, symbolizes this distinctive and unique position in relation to the Peugeot range, since this is the first passenger car to use the numbering system with a "double zero" central "zero" or.

The Peugeot RCZ therefore, shows the sum of the Peugeot, who are constantly re-aligned over time.

Designed to enhance the pleasure of driving, the Peugeot RCZ is also dynamic (the top model offers a new 1.6-liter THP 147 kW/200 hp), and responsible, which offers an innovative combination of performance and environmental compliance . With its reduced weight, refined aerodynamics and modern engine technology, the entry level model has CO2 emissions of just 139 g / km.

Extending this thought has Peugeot RCZ HYbrid4 technology, which will be presented for the first time in 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. This is based on the same drive Peugeot RCZ Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 which is available in the spring of 2011: 2.0-liter HDi FAP ® 120 kW (163bhp) at the front and 27 kW (37bhp) electric motor behind it. This is the concept of emissions of just 95 g / km of CO2 emissions potential benefit of 147kW (200bhp) and four-wheel drive.

This reflects the Peugeot to offer this type of technology in the range of different vehicles, vehicles that can be very different crossover coupe (...), which can be based on different platforms, but a common theme: to provide a renewed driving pleasure .

Another challenge facing the project was to successfully develop this new vehicle in a particularly short time. In this sense, it was decided that the vehicle met in a production center that specializes in unique vehicles produced in small series within the Magna Steyr plant in Graz, Austria.

As a result, only two years after the display as a concept car, the Peugeot RCZ revealed for the first time publicly, in its final form at the Frankfurt Motor Show 63.

Peugeot RCZ will be launched in spring 2011.

STYLISTIC EMOTION

Sculptural, dynamic and elegant style of the Peugeot RCZ provides new and vivid proportioned based on an original architecture and compact cut three bedrooms.

"Double Bubble" roof and the rear glass is not only a significant cost of the game, but also the signature style of the car, where every detail raises an extraordinary quality and expressiveness. Windshield, black roof and windshield tinted rear to ensure visual continuity surprisingly left two aluminum roof arches. Page to create a unique profile of the original continuity of design between the fast and power lines in front of the rear of the car.

Front feline eyes, a feature the manufacturer, the soft contours of the wings and large wheels, spoiler and ruby ​​red, LED taillights, with its glass eyes that give an overall appearance that combines sensuality and power, technology and distinction.

Finally, the proportions of the car (1.36 m high) and the lines beautifully designed body with its double-bubble roof that optimizes to create an excellent aerodynamics. The active rear spoiler also contributes to the aerodynamic efficiency of the car: it can be implemented in two positions depending on the speed of the car to ensure an ideal balance between traction and fuel consumption.

INTERIOR EMOTION

The interior of the Peugeot RCZ driver immediately so thin atmosphere reminiscent of the elite world of motor sport.

"Guide" the driver discovers an ergonomic driving position, the ideal place to enjoy the driving characteristics of the Peugeot RCZ: their places around the headrest drive the front wheels to fit the glove of the inhabitants, and all controls are within easy reach of the hands of driver.

Fluid and elegant design of the dashboard panel steeply inclined to the style that has won the praise of many of the latest models of the manufacturer, and this is perfect for the world's distinctive coupe.

Using high quality materials combined with elegant contours to enhance the refined atmosphere of the whole.

Under the line of the driver's eyes, reflecting the clock in the center of the mark dashboard instrument panel are contained in metal boxes with photo-etched, backlit brands.

Bridge is coated with a completely new soft material, a hi-tech and very elegant looking. Customers can also choose from a variety of colors, including a flat Nappa leather upholstery (a luxury of thick skin very fine grained smooth).

The elegant interior enhanced by the wide range of high-tech equipment that can accommodate (new WIP Com 3D multimedia system, JBL ™ Hi-fisystem, USB connector in all versions, etc), is also versatile, allowing users to adapt to any situation.

For example, to a baggage compartment long weekend has a capacity of 384 liters (321 dm3 according to VDA standard) added to the storage space under the floor. It is possible to increase this capacity further by folding the rear seat back, giving a maximum load volume of 760 liters (639 dm3 VDA).

Finally offers two occasional seats, fully sculpted and perfectly usable, especially because the design of the roof with its double bubble provides additional margin for occasional passengers back.

EMOTIONS ENGINEERING

I n 2010, three engines will find their place under the aluminum cover much of the RCZ. High efficiency motors in all senses of the word: generous power and torque, fuel economy and CO2 emissions and compliance with Euro 5. These environmental concerns have been a top priority project, providing a modern and responsible approach of a vehicle in this segment.

1.6 liter THP 147 kW (200 hp) BVM6

All the new engine (which appears in the summer of 2010) gives the car chassis to reach its true potential. With its maximum torque of 255 Nm at 1700 rpm (or 275 with overboost) and a maximum power of 147 kW at 5800 rpm, Peugeot RCZ benefits of dynamic acceleration (80 to 120 kph in 6.5 seconds in fifth) 0 100 km in 7.6 seconds while fuel consumption ...), no more than 7.1 l/100 km combined cycle (less than 165 g / km CO2).

To this end, combining the 4-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1598 cm3 the latest technologies to create a world first: the twin-scroll turbocharger performance and immediate response at very low speed, direct injection and variable valve lift, combined with variable valve timing on the intake camshaft and exhaust (VTi technology) to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

The "engine noise" to the acceleration has also been optimized by developing specific acoustics of the engine. With technology Sound System is a different sound is created according to engine speed. As a musical instrument, gives a vibrating membrane in a control that is amplified by an acoustic channel, resulting in a noise level remains constant over long distances.

1.6 liter THP 115 kW (156 hp) or BVM6 BVA6

This turbocharged direct injection gasoline reaches a remarkable synthesis between performance (240 Nm at 1400 rpm and 115 kW at 5800 rpm) and fuel consumption (6.9 l/100 km, 159 g / km of CO2 with a manual transmission ). Will also be available from summer 2010, along with a new 6-speed sequential automatic.

® 2.0-liter HDi FAP 120 kW (163 hp) BVM6

With a capacity of 1,997 cm3, this engine - was launched this year - which develops a maximum power of 120 kW at 3750 rpm and maximum torque of 340 Nm at 2000 rpm generous. For this performance has a new generation ECCS (Extreme Convent ional ions combustion system), the combustion chamber, a variable geometry turbocharger with low inertia, high pressure pump to a pressure of 2,000 bar common rail and solenoid injectors with eight starts.

This engine gives a free hand Peugeot RCZ is taken, limiting the potential of its fuel consumption is only 5.4 l/100 km combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 139 g / km.

DYNAMIC EMOTION

The famous "Passion" by Peugeot to give its cars here, makes sense. Based on manufacturer expertise in handling and road holding, the objective of Peugeot RCZ to take the concept of driving pleasure to new heights.

The RCZ benefits fundamentally a very effective suspension of the implementation platform developed brand of two vehicles (McPherson front suspension and rear torsion beam). In addition, the height of the car body and the center of gravity is reduced by 20 mm and 40 mm respectively, compared with a sedan 308. Moreover, compared to the second, the RCZ is wider (+30 mm), with large front and rear (+ 54 mm + 72 mm). Suspension and dampers have been adjusted accordingly and, with the addition of wider tires (18 "or 19"!) The end result is the highest management level. Finally, when the RCZ is equipped with the THP 147 kW (200 hp), the front axle has a special anti-roll bar below to make the car more responsive and agile, while ensuring very effective.

The hydraulic steering is designed to provide an accuracy of first order and good reactivity.

Braking, meanwhile, is strong and durable and is provided by large ventilated discs with a diameter of 302 mm and a thickness of 26 mm in the 1.6 liter THP 147 kW (200 hp) and as 340x30mm. All models are equipped with rear disc brakes with a diameter of 290x12 mm.

In order to facilitate military exercises on steep slopes, all versions of the Peugeot RCZ will Hill Assist. This feature is standard with ESP, except for automatic transmission, includes an intelligent traction control (ASR sophisticated one that automatically adapts to pull the two front wheels, the grip levels available), and Of course, dynamic stability control (DSC), electronic brake force distribution (EBFD) and Emergency Brake (EBA). DSC, ASR and EBA functions can be removed at the same time (ESP off), so that drivers can take advantage of expert and advanced features of the car.

THRILL TO THE LETTER

While each client to achieve their unique car, Peugeot RCZ focuses on customizing, stay in exclusive positioning of the car.

The range includes: a real carbon roof, the roof bows in various colors (black chrome, "sand"), a range of 18 and 19 "alloy wheels in various finishes (matte black, dark gray, shiny), lacquer in black parts of the body forward, the shells of carbon mirrors, body decoration, etc.

These customization items can be ordered from the purchase and is available individually or grouped.

Maximum security

In addition to the primary safety guaranteed by the excellent road safety while maintaining the school, which has a body structure optimized and effective means of containment, it also includes a cover active "pop-up" due to a shooting fireworks and limit the degree of injury a pedestrian is likely to suffer in the event of a collision.

In terms of tertiary safety, Peugeot will be deployed in 2010 without charge in the RCZ - the first in the world - a range of calling services, including the Peugeot and Peugeot Emergency Assistance. The latter, released in 2003 on telematics Peugeot has already helped nearly 3,000 people by identifying the location of their vehicles to incidents and to organize the dispatch of appropriate emergency services. According to the philosophy of the RCZ personalized offers these services, which now operates in eight European countries, will be available for free for an unlimited time, not only in vehicles equipped with WIP Com 3D, but also by adopting a WIP Sound " localized communication unit "system.