New Peugeot RCZ R

New Peugeot RCZ R - Unveiled as a show car 10 months ago at the Paris Motor Show in Paris in 2012, here is the return of the famous RCZ R who unveil this weekend at Goodwood in its standard version as we can the discover concession on our roads in a few months.

With the arrival of the RCZ coupe R is the Peugeot series most power in the history of Sochaux manufacturer jutting. Still, if you're surprised to say that this car with its 1.6-liter THP 270 hp is the most punchy Peugeot ever built, we can also see in this sports coupe Peugeot will mount in both range and power (real) for his next car.

 Program off, we discover a new evolution of "classic" motor EP6CDTR L4 1.6 L THP (Euro6.) The engine block is reinforced by a specific heat treatment before machining to strengthen its robustness. A new twin-scroll turbo has been developed for the RCZ R to benefit from an ideal design to this level of performance. Mechanical block is associated with an exhaust manifold steel with unique architecture inspired by the race (including RCZ VLN) which allows it to fit in much better conditions for higher operating temperatures. New pistons providing a compression ratio of 9.2: 1 was developed in partnership with MAHLE Motorsport. They adopt a structure and a forged grade aluminum used in Formula. Their cooling is now provided by two nozzles instead of the other versions of the 1.6 liter engine THP. The rods are also evolving to withstand use at high speeds. Their bearings with polymer coating can withstand the higher cylinder pressures (patent Mahle). They are applied in series premiered exclusively on RCZ R if one believes Peugeot.

Installed under the hood of RCZ R offers 270 hp at 6,000 rev / min and 330 Nm between 1900 and 5500 very very. This shows that this block delivers the specific power of 168.75 hp / L which is pretty good even for a sport! This engine is mated to a 6-speed manual suitable for use in sports including a revised staging. For the RCZ R ensures all circumstances, Peugeot has equipped with a Torsen limited-slip differential that promotes good traction. This coupe boasts a self-limiting Vmax of 250 km / h and a 0 to a 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds and bent a lap time in the 1,000 meters (DA) set at 25.9 seconds. The combined fuel consumption is announced 6.3 L/100 km and CO2 emissions are limited to 145 g / km.

The cut is announced for a curb weight of 1280 kg, which allows the cut Peugeot claim the power / weight of 4.7 kg / hp. Peugeot also puts forward its work relief has also guided the development of parts specific to this model and has a gain of 17 kg over a 200 bhp RCZ.
The RCZ coupe R has a special aerodynamic treatment including a specific trunk spoiler which has increased back support 15 daN which promotes stability at high speed without degrading the trail. The RCZ R is based on a suitable chassis with a low center of gravity by 10 mm, specific suspension settings (channels, clamp and camber, larger than half an inch rims). It is placed on new bicolor wheels (diamond / matte black) and 19-inch Goodyear tires shoes Eagle F1 Asymmetric 235/40 R19. Braking is provided by fixed calipers (painted red) 4-piston ventilated discs that pinch and drilled 380 x 32 mm which are mounted on floating aluminum bowls. This is Peugeot Sport has finalized the development of road behavior RCZ R.

Aesthetically this coupe is adorned with roof arches "matte black, darkened headlights fund of titanium gray and a special diffuser to complement the fixed rear spoiler. We also note the presence of two beautiful chrome exhaust outlets, which together with the new line should give the RCZ R a nice sporty sound.

The new RCZ R is available in 4 delivered body namely:

Eritrea Red / Black Perla Nera / Sidobre Grey / White Opal

These colors can be associated with a gloss or satin carbon roof, to stickers and body shells gloss or satin black black mirrors.

Inside, a sporty atmosphere made new sports seats "semi bucket" designed by Peugeot Sport, a reduced diameter steering wheel, parts and aluminum inserts (gear lever knob, pedal plate is found console with logo), a center console gloss black lacquer. The seats are covered with a mixed black Nappa leather / black Alcantara with contrasting red stitching and the dashboard is also covered with stitched leather thread. Note the presence of a small R monogram embroidered on each appuies heads of the front seats. Still on the equipment, the RCZ has R series xenon headlamps, multimedia system WIP Nav Plus floor mats and matching the mood of the interior.

After Goodwood, the car will be at the Frankfurt Motor Show where we should know exactly the level of equipment and pricing, then it will arrive in concession with vintage 2014. We conclude with a note of humor in this frank comtois the press that allows Peugeot to justify the umpteenth presence of 1.6 L THP: "Downsizing is a strong tendency, not only in series, it is also observed in sports automotive, major disciplines use a turbocharged 1.6-liter Formula 1 since even going on in 2014 "...

Source : Peugeot.

New Peugeot RCZ R 2013-07-15T02:33:00-07:00 Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: Bolets