Peugeot Plans a TT Rival
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a TT? NO it's a...Peugeot?!
Peugeot has sent us details of its stunning new 2+2 coupe concept, the 308 RC Z.
308 RC Z in all its glory
The concept shares most of its underpinnings with the upcoming 308 hatch, although it has been suggested (by most of the people in the office) that the profile bears a striking resemblance to the Audi TT. And aren't those tail lights taken from a 350Z?
They claim the design is ‘streamlined’ for better economy and performance, while also making it look as though it “has been formed from a single block of metal”.
The interior has been liberally coated with leather, chrome and aluminium to give it a more upmarket feel. Unfortunately, the slinky looking bucket seats aren't expected to appear in the production 308 hatch.
Because the RC Z is a 2+2, there is a pair of small seats in the back which fold-flat to give enough room for a mountain bike.
Insert 'nice bum' joke here
The engine is the same 1.6 litre turbo four pot as used in the 207 GTi (and Mini Cooper S), although it has been uprated to 218bhp. There is also an overboost function that raises torque from 206lb ft to 221lb ft.
It’s not a slow car either. Weighing in at 1200kg, the RC Z hits 62mph in 7.0 seconds and will top out at 146mph.
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