[Top-Speed website - April 22nd, 2009]
Peugeot showed up at the Frankfurt Motor Show two years ago with the 308 RC-z, a concept coupe based on it’s 308 series. Now it’s coming back to Frankfurt this year with the production version.Unlike many production cars, much of the concept’s lines are rumored to be unchanged. This includes elements like the dual cowl top, large rear glass area, and sweeping roofline.
The top end 308 RC-z should come with the same 218 hp 1.6-liter engine from the concept. Pricing should start around 75% of Audi TT coupe .
Pricier than expected [?]
Specifications
Engine: EP6DTS, Turbo High Pressure, 4 inline cyc. DOHC 16V VVT
Engine Capacity: 1598cc
Horsepower/kW: 218/160
Max Torque: 300Nm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Dimensions
Overall length 4276mm
Overall body width 1840mm
Kerb height - with full tanks 1320mm
Wheelbase 2608mm
Front/rear overhang 926 / 742mm
Front/rear track 1580 / 1580mm
Boot capacity: 415 liters
Weight: 1200kg
Tyres: Michelin PS2 245/40 R19
Performance
0-100kph: 7sec
Max Speed: 235kph [15% faster than 308 140THP! that's alot when considering the later about 20% faster than 206B 1.4]
The fascia panel in 308 RC-z concept car has been taken directly from the hatchback.
Concepts
The 308RC embodies in its own way the characteristic Peugeot genes. 
The strongly contoured lines of the “nose” of the car serve as the focal point and create a dynamic and flowing “V” profile which follows back from the bonnet into the front acutely slopped windscreen pillars.
The particularly feline looking front headlights extend harmoniously along the bonnet profile. Four “circular lights” with an attractive technical finish give the vehicle a “look” that is both bright and eye catching, and are clearly visible through the clear headlamp lense.
The profile of the 308RC creates a dynamic impression of movement, with elaborately styled panels and flowing design of the windows. The lines at the rear of the vehicle help to identify it. The large wrap around lower bumper – and large rear lights emphasises the wider rear profile and the large curved rear tailgate glass.
The interior style of the 308RC, exploits as far as possible the space made available by the semi-tall architecture. The objective is probably to give the interior a very prestigious feel, both in terms of the design and the materials used creating a luxurious and welcoming feeling, flattering the senses of all the occupants.
The centre console is designed to be very compact, with large areas reserved for distinctive materials both in terms of appearance and touch (the upper part of the console, covered with soft touch high quality material, can also be fully trimmed in leather). Each element (air conditioning panel, radio, storage compartment or CD auto-changer) is also particularly well integrated.
- The door panels with their tapering profile mirror the exterior of the vehicle.
- Chrome detailing enhances the overall effect: air vent surrounds and instrument panel dials, air conditioning and radio control buttons, door handles, etc.
- The exterior theme of the “V-shaped bonnet” is echoed subtly in certain interior details, such as the trim circling the gear lever, the design of the upper part of the seat cushions or indeed the shape of the front courtesy light.
The strongly contoured lines of the “nose” of the car serve as the focal point and create a dynamic and flowing “V” profile which follows back from the bonnet into the front acutely slopped windscreen pillars.
The particularly feline looking front headlights extend harmoniously along the bonnet profile. Four “circular lights” with an attractive technical finish give the vehicle a “look” that is both bright and eye catching, and are clearly visible through the clear headlamp lense.
The profile of the 308RC creates a dynamic impression of movement, with elaborately styled panels and flowing design of the windows. The lines at the rear of the vehicle help to identify it. The large wrap around lower bumper – and large rear lights emphasises the wider rear profile and the large curved rear tailgate glass.
The interior style of the 308RC, exploits as far as possible the space made available by the semi-tall architecture. The objective is probably to give the interior a very prestigious feel, both in terms of the design and the materials used creating a luxurious and welcoming feeling, flattering the senses of all the occupants.The centre console is designed to be very compact, with large areas reserved for distinctive materials both in terms of appearance and touch (the upper part of the console, covered with soft touch high quality material, can also be fully trimmed in leather). Each element (air conditioning panel, radio, storage compartment or CD auto-changer) is also particularly well integrated.
- The door panels with their tapering profile mirror the exterior of the vehicle.
- Chrome detailing enhances the overall effect: air vent surrounds and instrument panel dials, air conditioning and radio control buttons, door handles, etc.
- The exterior theme of the “V-shaped bonnet” is echoed subtly in certain interior details, such as the trim circling the gear lever, the design of the upper part of the seat cushions or indeed the shape of the front courtesy light.
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5 comments:
218BHP is really godly power for the small car. AHWAN, you can start to place your ORDER now!! Be the first to get this in Malaysia!!
I wish if I could to grow old in style with 308RC - where rear passengers' space is no longger a priority... he heee
the RC would look good together with ur collection at home, hehe .. ur garage can become a mini bluebox ...
wonder if ours can be tuned to such power ...
Both hardware and software can be upgraded. For instance the turbo housing can be machined out to accomodate larger diameter 'impeller' to increase the horsepower, the ECU must be reprogrammed for more fuel delivery... but the fuel consumption would be increased exponentially as well...
BTW must wait until the warranty ends first lah.
haha .. same as my thoughts ... 2yrs 10mth encounting ...
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