Peugeot have finally released some images of the RCZ R, along with a few specs ahead of its Goodwood debut. Still no word on pricing!
- Most powerful road going Peugeot EVER
- 1.6 Litre THP Turbo charged engine
- 270 BHP
- 330 Nm Torque
- 0-62 MPH in 5.9 seconds
- 50 – 70 MPH in 6.8 seconds (in 6th gear)
- 44.8 Combined MPG
- New exhaust system
- Improved suspension settings
- Wider track
- Camber angle
- Wider alloys
- 235/40/19 Goodyear Tyres
- New dampers
- Stiffer springs
- Stiffer anti-roll bar
- Torsen differential
- Peugeot Sport branding on the interior
- New sports seat design
- Available in: Moroccan Red, Nera Black, Mercury Grey and Opal White
- Xenon headlamps
- Full multimedia Sat Nav system
New EP6CDTR engine features:
- Heat treated before machining
- Twin scroll turbo specifically developed for this engine
- Steel exhaust manifold
- New pistons with 9.2:1 ratio
- Pistons made with F1 grade aluminium
- Con rods developed for use at high engine speeds
By Adam Tudor-Lane
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Owner / Editor of Carwitter - French car fiend, hot hatch lover.
Freelance writer and car journalist I've turned my passion for cars into my livelihood.
