Bruno Famin, Director of Peugeot Sport
"Our specification was ambitious, to develop a more intense version of the RCZ, that is ultra-high-performance for sporting use on a circuit, retaining the qualities of comfort and pleasure for everyday use, and all with benchmark consumption and CO2 emissions."
Xavier Nicolas, RCZ Product Manager
With 270 hp / 199 kW, the RCZ R becomes the most powerful production model in the history of the Marque.
The RCZ R accelerates from 0 to 100km in less than 6 seconds and demonstrates the Marque's expertise once again with CO2 emissions of just 145 g/km, which is a benchmark in the category of sports coupés. This result is obtained by mastering the downsizing of the engine, the optimisation of the aerodynamic properties and the reduction in weight.
Downsizing is a strong trend, not only in production, we see it also in motor sport, the main disciplines use a 1.6l turbo engine; even Formula 1 is moving over to it in 2014.
The new 270 hp THP engine with a capacity of just 1.6 l sets a specific power record in the category; with nearly 170 hp/l, it is among the best in the world for a production vehicle and already complies with the Euro 6 emission control standard.
The work carried out on the aerodynamic properties has increased the rear downforce by 15 daN.m thanks to a new spoiler, which favours stability at high speed, without reducing the drag.
The desire to reduce the weight also guided the development of the special parts, resulting in a saving of 17 kg compared to a 200 hp RCZ. With a weight of 1280 kg, the RCZ R therefore has a weight / power ratio of just 4.7 kg/hp.
Exterior design
"Every component designed specifically for the RCZ R contributes to its new dynamic performance and sublimates the pure, sleek, style of the RCZ which gives it its own identity. "
Pierre Paul Mattei, RCZ Style Manager
Adorned with Matt Black arches and headlamps with an understated Titanium tint, the RCZ R sets itself apart with sporting attributes favouring its dynamic effectiveness and treated with refinement.
Its ride height lowered by 10 mm and with wider 19 inch wheels with even more stand out, benefit grip & traction, and give the RCZ R an even more expressive posture, it appears "glued" to the road.
Its special wheel rims, two-tone diamond / matt black, are signed with an ‘R’ milled directly into the alloy. They have been designed to house and optimise the cooling of the new larger brakes and the red calipers at the front are signed ‘Peugeot Sport’.
The large fixed rear spoiler, perfectly integrated, guarantees improved aerodynamic downforce while extending the silhouette from the rear view. The special rear diffuser conforms to the sleek effect which characterises the rear of the RCZ and incorporates two imposing exhaust tailpipes, chromed and symmetrical, an indication of an exhaust line redesigned for performance and sound.
The red Peugeot lettering on the grille and its R badge, which can also be found at the rear, put the finishing touches to the exterior signature of the RCZ R.
Personalisation and rich range of equipment
Available in 4 colours: Moroccan Red, Nera Black, Mercury Grey and Opal White, the RCZ R also offers a personalisation range consisting of the brilliant or satin black carbon roof, body stickers and black mirror shells.
The high level of safety and comfort equipment is supplemented on the RCZ R with xenon headlamps with headlamp washers and the PC Nav Plus multimedia system.
Instruments and controls which awaken the senses
Opening the door reveals instruments and controls which reflect the exterior, dedicated to the pleasure and sensations of the driver, they instantly plunge the "pilot" into a subtly elitist sporty ambiance.
From the door sill bearing the Peugeot Sport logo, the sporty and exclusive character is reinforced.
The red overstitching runs across the soft, enhanced material of the dashboard, as well as the leather on the steering wheel, the gear lever gaiter, the door trim pads, the armrests and the seats.