Peugeot RCZ: new pictures and details
14.07.2009 - Dominic Sacco
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New teaser images of Peugeot's sexiest coupe – the RCZ – were revealed today. Shots of the four-seater coupe look strikingly similar to the 308 RC Z concept unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Expect the production RCZ to include similar features to the concept – a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine from the 207 GTi and a six-speed gearbox.
This shoots the RCZ from 0-62mph in 7.1 seconds and on to a top speed of 146mph. Despite its power this engine can also manage an average fuel economy of 42.2mpg. Its CO2 emissions are estimated at 160g/km, placing the car into tax band G at £150 per year.
The RCZ is Peugeot's first car not to use a zero or double-zero in its name. Peugeot say this "symbolises its unique position within the Peugeot range."
It will showcase the coupe in its final form at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, which begins on 15 September. The car will go on sale in spring 2010. Its rivals include the Audi TT and BMW Z4.
The RCZ will also go head-to-head with the Honda CR-Z, a two-seater hybrid sports car, which, much like the Peugeot, was derived from a 2007 concept and goes on sale next year.
