Peugeot RCZ
| Peugeot RCZ (T75) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Peugeot |
| Also called | Peugeot 308 RCZ |
| Production | 2009–2015 |
| Assembly | Austria: Graz (Magna Steyr)[nb 1] |
| Designer | Boris Reinmöller[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sport compact (S) |
| Body style | 2-door 2+2 coupé |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | PSA PF2 platform |
| Related | Peugeot 308 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 PSA EP6 THP200 straight-4 (Turbo) 1.6 PSA EP6 THP156 156 PS petrol straight-4 (Turbo) 1.6 PSA EP6CDTR 270 BHP Turbocharged straight-4 (Turbo) 2.0 HDi FAP 163 PS straight-4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,612 mm (102.8 in) |
| Length | 4,290 mm (168.9 in) |
| Width | 1,845 mm (72.6 in)(excluding mirrors) |
| Height | 1,359 mm (53.5 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,394 kg (3,073 lb) (1.6) 1,474 kg (3,250 lb) (HDI) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Peugeot 407 coupé |
The Peugeot RCZ is a sports coupé designed and marketed by Peugeot and assembled by Magna Steyr, a subsidiary of Magna International for model years 2009–2015.
Launched into production in April 2010[2] and available in almost 80 countries as of 2013 (not including the US),[3] the RCZ was formally introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2009, having debuted as the 308 RCZ concept car at the 2007 Frankfurt show.[4] Petrol engines are based on Prince platform while diesel is part of the HDi project. RCZ was developed under code name "T75".[5]
The Peugeot RCZ received five successive 'Best Sports Car' awards from Diesel Car magazine[6] and the Top Gear '2010 Coupe of the Year award'.[7]
The 30,000th RCZ was assembled in June 2011.[8] The 50,000th RCZ was built on 14 February 2013 and was painted red.
After a production period of almost six years, the last Peugeot RCZ was assembled in the Magna Steyr Graz plant in September 2015.[citation needed]
History[]
The RCZ was planned as a simple concept car but after receiving considerable critical acclaim, Peugeot put the RCZ into production, retaining much from the concept. The RCZ has a double-bubble roof inspired by Zagato.[9]
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).
Engines[]
| Petrol engines[10][citation needed] | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Engine | Displacement cc (ci) |
Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) (s) | Top speed km/h (mph) |
Transmission | CO 2 emission |
| 1.6-litre THP156 2010– | I4 turbo | 1,598 cc (97.5 cu in) | 156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 240 N⋅m (177 lbf⋅ft) at 1,400 rpm | 8.4 | 212 km/h (132 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 168 g/km |
| 1.6-litre THP200 2010– | 200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp) at 5,800 rpm | 275 N⋅m (203 lbf⋅ft) at 1,770 rpm | 7.5 | 235 km/h (146 mph) | 6-speed manual | 155 g/km | ||
| 1.6-litre THP270 2014– | 270 PS (199 kW; 266 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 330 N⋅m (243 lbf⋅ft) at 1,900 rpm | 5.9 | 250 km/h (155 mph) | 149 g/km | |||
| Diesel engines | ||||||||
| 2.0-litre HDi163 2010– | I4 turbo | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | 163 PS (120 kW; 161 hp) at 4,000 rpm | 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 2,000 rpm | 8.2 | 220 km/h (137 mph) | 6-speed manual | 139 g/km |
| 2.0-litre HDi FAP 165 2012– | 340 N⋅m (251 lbf⋅ft) at 2,000 rpm | 225 km/h (140 mph) | ||||||
Equipment[]
The RCZ offered optional electric heated and adjustable seating with driver's memory, leather seats and dashboard and hill assist function. Other options include 19-inch alloy wheels and a JBL sound system. An Elan or Sportif Kit option pack could be selected to change the colour finish of the roof, door mirrors and front grille.
Derivatives[]
RCZ Hybrid4 Concept[]
The RCZ Hybrid4 concept was announced with a 2.0 L HDi FAP 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) engine and a 27 kW (37 PS; 36 hp) electric motor connected to a 6-speed electronically controlled gearbox. The predicted fuel consumption was 3.7 litres per 100 kilometres (76 mpg‑imp; 64 mpg‑US) in mixed cycle, emitting 95 g/km of CO
2.[11]
RCZ R[]
In November 2012, Peugeot announced their intention of building a more powerful, performance oriented RCZ. In July 2013, the first official pictures of the car were released. The RCZ R has a turbocharged 1.6l engine capable of producing 270 bhp (201 kW) (making it the most powerful engine of this displacement in any production car) and 330 N⋅m (243 lbf⋅ft) of torque, allowing it a 0-62 mph (100 km/h) time of 5.9 seconds and a top speed limited to 155 mph (249 km/h). It also features uprated 380mm Alcon brakes and suspension, a significantly reduced curb weight and a Torsen front differential, like that found on the mk2 Ford Focus RS, to reduce the inevitable torque steer faced by a front-wheel-drive car with this level of power output. The RCZ R went on sale in January 2014 at £31,995.[12][13][14]
Only 305 RCZ Rs were brought to the UK.
Special editions[]
The RCZ is a special edition of the 1.6 THP156 with 6-speed Tiptronic transmission and 18-inch wheels.[15]
The Asphalt is limited edition (500 units) version of the RCZ. It includes 19-inch black and silver alloy wheels, black leather sport seats.[16]
The RCZ Brownstone is a limited edition available exclusively in Germany in metallic brown paint with silver racing stripes. Inside, the special version is finished in brown, with Cohiba leather and Alcantara trim.[17]
The RCZ Magnetic is available exclusively in Britain, with production limited to 170 units. Models are available in pearlescent black with Flame Red leather sports seats or white with black leather sports seats, with matte black roof arches and a black grille, brake calipers and door mirrors. They also feature a soft touch leather sports steering wheel and a short shift gear lever.[18]
Reception and awards[]
The Peugeot RCZ received the Top Gear '2010 Coupe of the Year award',[7] three times in a row the Auto Express 'Best Coupé of the Year',[19][20][21] the Auto Express readers 'Special Design Award 2010'[22] and the 'Best of the Best' Red Dot Award for its design.[23] From 2010 to 2014, the Peugeot RCZ has been awarded five successive times 'Best Sports Car' by Diesel Car magazine.[6] According to Ian Robertson, editor of DieselCar: 'The Peugeot RCZ offers a rewarding driving experience, agile handling and a well sorted ride, and frugal diesel power. It really is the icing on the cake for the sexily styled sports coupé'.
Autocar magazine said of the RCZ R as 'things look pretty good when you compare it to its rivals, too. The Audi TT is dull to drive and quite aged now, while the Mini Coupé JCW 1.6 is nowhere near as finessed as the Peugeot.'.[24]
Motorsport[]
A modified version of the RCZ is used in the Peugeot RCZ Racing Cup Italy one make race. The car used is known as the RCZ Peugeot Sport, which features an increased power output from 200 to 250 bhp, uprated brakes and an adjustable rear spoiler amongst standard motorsport preparations such as weight reduction and a roll cage.[25] Racing versions of the RCZ have also competed successfully in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, claiming class victories with diesel based variants in 2010 and 2011 and with the RCZ Peugeot Sport in 2012.[26] As of 2021 Peugeot is considering an all-electric rerelease of their halo car RCZ more details to be advised[citation needed]
Sales and production[]
| Year | Worldwide Production | Worldwide sales | Notes |
| 2009 | 100[27] | 100[27] | |
| 2010 | 19,100[27] | 16,600[27] | |
| 2011 | 19,725[2] | 18,828[2] | Total unit production reaches 38,933 units.[2] |
| 2012 | 9,800[28] | 11,118[28] | Total unit production reaches 48,800 units.[28] |
| 2013 | unknown | 9,249[28] | |
| 2014 | unknown | 6,994[29] | |
| 2015 | unknown | 4,558[30] | 18 September 2015 is the last production date for the RCZ. |
| 2016 | 0 | 459[31] | Total sales reaches 67,906 units 31 December 2016. |
| 2017 | 0 | 10 | 10 sales to end of October 2017, total sales: 67,916. |
Notes[]
- ^ Unlike most of the Peugeot range, the RCZ is not manufactured in France, but in Graz, Austria by Magna Steyr.
References[]
- ^ "PEUGEOT RCZ DESIGNER – BORIS REINMOLLER TAKES QUESTIONS & ANSWERS". SourceWire. 4 June 2010. Retrieved 17 April 2013.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d "PSA Annual Report 2012" (PDF). Car manufacturers. PSA. Retrieved 17 April 2013.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Patrick George. "The Peugeot RCZ R Is A Badass French Coupe We Won't Get". Jalopnik. Retrieved 24 January 2015.
- ^ "The Telegraph 4 August 2007". The Telegraph. 4 August 2007. Retrieved 24 June 2011.
- ^ "PSA-COM - supported Peugeot control units".
- ^ Jump up to: a b "For the fifth year in a row, the Peugeot RCZ has been awarded the Diesel Car magazine 'Sports Car of the Year'". Western Morning News. 17 May 2013. Archived from the original on 10 August 2014. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Top Gear 2010 Awards". Top Gear. Retrieved 24 June 2011.
- ^ "Peugeot builds the 30,000th RCZ". Missing or empty
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- ^ Peugeot RCZ PRICES, EQUIPMENT AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2012 Model Year - EFFECTIVE 1st APRIL 2011 Version 14 Archived 1 June 2010 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Popa, Bogdan (18 August 2009). "Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4, RCZ HYbrid4 Revealed". AutoEvolution. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
- ^ "Peugeot RCZ R (2013) first official pictures". CAR magazine. 10 July 2013. Retrieved 22 August 2013.
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- ^ "Peugeot RCZ R Review". Carwitter. 26 January 2014. Retrieved 26 January 2014.
- ^ "入門新版 RCZ Allure經濟法跑". Hkheadline.com. Retrieved 12 June 2013.
- ^ "Peugeot Rcz Asphalt 'Special Edition'". Femmesdallure.com. Archived from the original on 15 December 2010. Retrieved 12 June 2013.
- ^ Alessandro Gaudenzi. "Peugeot RCZ Brownstone". Newemotion.it. Retrieved 12 June 2013.
- ^ "Peugeot RCZ Magnetic Limited Edition". topspeed.com. 17 May 2013. Retrieved 22 August 2013.
- ^ "Best Coupe of the year is Peugeot's stunning RCZ, which beats the Audi TT and VW Scirocco". Auto Express. 30 July 2010. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ^ "Best Coupe of the year is Peugeot's stunning RCZ, which beats the Audi TT and VW Scirocco". Auto Express. 3 August 2011. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ^ "Best Coupe of the year is Peugeot's stunning RCZ, which beats the Audi TT and Bentley Continental GT V8". Auto Express. 25 July 2012. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ^ "Auto Express July 2010". Auto Express. 30 July 2010. Retrieved 24 June 2011.
- ^ "Red Dot". En.red-dot.org. Retrieved 12 June 2013.
- ^ "Peugeot RCZ R Review". Autocar. Retrieved 6 August 2014.
- ^ "RCZ Racing Cup - RCZ Peugeot Sport". Peugeot Sport. Archived from the original on 24 October 2013. Retrieved 23 October 2013.
- ^ "Results". ADAC Zurich 24h Nurburgring. Archived from the original on 4 May 2013. Retrieved 23 October 2013.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d "Engine specs from PSA Peugeot Citroën" (PDF). Creator and designer. PSA Peugeot Citroën. Archived from the original (PDF) on 5 June 2017. Retrieved 26 November 2012.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d "Memento Mars 2013" (in French). PSA Peugeot Citroën. 21 February 2013: 50. Retrieved 31 July 2013. Cite journal requires
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- ^ "Group Annual results 2015". groupe-psa.com. Retrieved 2 December 2016.
- ^ "Financial publications". psa-peugeot-citroen.com. Retrieved 2 December 2016.
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