Bangkok--30 Nov--Yontrakit Automobile
The new Peugeot RCZ is the embodiment of the creative and dynamic spirit of Peugeot. A genuine sports car with stunning design, the sculptural, dynamic and elegant style of the Peugeot RCZ offers new harmonious and vibrant proportions based on a compact and original three-compartment coup? architecture.
Exterior design
The "double bubble" of the roof and rear windscreen is not only a remarkable feat of engineering, but also the stylistic signature of a car in which every detail evokes an overwhelming sense of quality and expressiveness.
The front windscreen, black roof and dark-tinted rear windscreen ensure a visual continuity strikingly set off by two aluminum roof arches. From the side, its unique profile creates an original continuity between the plunging design of the front and the flowing lines of the rear of the car.
The vehicle's proportions (1.36 m height) and the beautifully designed lines of the body with its double bubble roof, optimizes air flow to create superb aerodynamics. The active rear spoiler also contributes to the car's aerodynamic efficiency: it can be deployed in two positions according to the speed of the car, to ensure an ideal balance between road holding and fuel consumption.
Interior
The interior o f the RCZ is as visually stunning as its exterior. The passenger compartment of the Peugeot RCZ instantly immerses the driver in a subtly elitist ambience echoing the world of motorsport. "Getting into" the vehicle, the driver discovers an ergonomic driving position, ideal for enjoying the road-holding qualities of the Peugeot RCZ: the wraparound seats with their integral head restraints fit like a glove around the front occupants, and all controls are easily within reach of the driver's hands.
While front passenger and driver will find ample space inside the RCZ, the “double bubble” roof design will provide occasional rear seat passengers adequate head room.
The interior of the RCZ is designed to be versatile and for a long weekend the boot offers a capacity of 384 litres added to which are storage spaces under the floor. For extra luggage space, the rear seats can be folded down to provide 760-litres.
Dynamic Emotion
Based on the manufacturer's know-how in terms of drivability and road holding, the aim of the Peugeot RCZ is to take the notion of driving pleasure to new heights. The Peugeot RCZ benefits fundamentally from a highly efficient suspension set-up developed from the marque's other vehicles : McPherson type front suspension and rear torsion beam.
In addition, the car's ride height and centre of gravity have been lowered by 20 mm and 40 mm respectively compared to a 308 Hatchback. The suspension and dampers have been adapted for sporty driving - the end result is road holding of the very highest order. The hydraulic power steering is designed to offer accuracy of the highest order and excellent responsiveness.
At the heart of the RCZ is the all new 1.6-litre engine which allows the car's chassis to fulfill its true potential. Maximum torque of 240 Nm at 1400 rpm and a maximum power of 156 bhp at 5800 rpm are produced by this engine. The Peugeot RCZ benefits from dynamic acceleration while its fuel consumption is an impressive 6.9 litres per 100 km.
To facilitate maneuvers on steep gradients, all versions of the Peugeot RCZ come with Hill Assist. This function is coupled as standard with ESP. In addition to primary safety assured by the excellent road holding, secondary safety, which benefits from a particularly optimised structure and efficient means of restraint, also includes an active bonnet which "pops-up" due to a pyrotechnic triggering system and limits the degree of injury a pedestrian is likely to suffer in the event of a collision.
The RCZ is sure to be the likely choice for Thai consumers looking for a sports coupe that makes them stand out from the crowd and gives the performance of a genuine sports car.
Don’t forget to visit the Peugeot booth at the 27th Bangkok International Motor Expo to see the stunning RCZ, 207cc limited edition, 207 sedan and various other models on display. The Motor Expo will be held from the 30th November to 12th December 2010 at the Challenger Hall, at Muang Thong Thani Impact arena.
For more information, please contact:
Ms.Hathaichanok Thongmanee
Tel. 02-397-3897 Fax. 02-397-3898
Email:
[email protected]