PEUGEOT 308 RC Z

—- Specifications —-

Engine: 1.6 liter 4-cylinder
Aspiration: turbocharger
Torque: 221 lb-ft
HP: 218 hp
HP/Liter: 136.3 hp per liter
Top Speed: 146 mph
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The 308 RC Z concept car is a new Peugeot interpretation of driving pleasure. The car is a 2+2 coup�, with true versatility and at the same time a style that is modern, original and well-balanced.
Attention initially focused on making the vehicle as light as possible by the use of numerous aluminum components, for example the two roll over protection bars that separate the passenger compartment and give shape to the exterior styling, and the use of a polycarbonate rear windscreen and a large number of carbon fiber body parts.

The 308 RC Z concept car is powered by a 1.6 liter THP engine developed from the EP6DTS engine designed and developed via the collaboration between PSA Peugeot Citro�n and the BMW Group, where it is fitted to the 207 RC, with a power output of 128 kW (�175 bhp). However, the 1.6 liter THP engine, as a result of new engine management software specially developed for the concept car, now produces a maximum power of 160 kW (�218 bhp). It is characterized by incredible flexibility, thanks to its maximum torque of 280 Nm produced at a low engine speed (300 Nm in overboost). These values ensure remarkable responsiveness under all driving conditions. Its innovative Twin-Scroll turbocharger optimally pairs the exhaust gases flowing from two cylinders to ensure maximum flow onto the turbine, while its high-pressure direct fuel injection system improves combustion and overall engine efficiency. The engine is coupled with an entirely new 6 speed manual gearbox. This unit helps to give the 308 RC Z a particularly efficient compromise between performance and fuel consumption. For example, its maximum speed of 235 km/h is attained in sixth gear and it takes only 7.0 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h. In gear acceleration is impressive: only 7.5 seconds in 5th gear from 80 to 120 km/h. At the same time, fuel consumption is very reasonable with 6.7 liters/100 km in the combined cycle, or just 160 g/km of CO2 emissions.

In the tradition of Peugeot concept cars there is a linked front suspension employing the widespread use of aluminum to reduce the vehicle's overall weight. This set up ensures exceptional road holding, excellent steering accuracy and great feedback intensifying the overall driving sensation. The rear suspension, derived from the hatchback, consists of a torsion-beam, two rear suspension arms and an integral anti-roll bar. It has been specially modified to take account of the wider vehicle tracks. Indeed the front and rear tracks have been increased by 59 mm compared to the hatchback, and also the employment of wider tires, ensures maximum body rigidity, precision and vehicle stability.
Braking relies on large (360 mm) diameter ventilated discs at the front with four piston calipers. Polished split rim 19" alloy wheels are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 245/40 R19 tires.

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