Pricing for Peugeot RCZ announced
The Peugeot RCZ has proved that it has the Audi TT firmly in its sight, with the company releasing competitive prices for its new sports coupe model. The Peugeot RCZ equipped with the 1.6-litre THP petrol engine with 156 hp will have a starting price of just 27,400 euros.
The 2.0-litre HDi diesel at 163 hp costs 29,900 euros and will have different finishes and kits ranging from 500 to 3,700 euros. In summer next year, the top RCZ 1.6-litre THP with 200 hp will be released and will cost around 30,000 euros.
The standard models look as though they will include [...]
Peugeot RCZ video
Here’s the “voyeur” video of the Peugeot RC-Z, when every square inch of car gets scrutinised. The new Peugeot coupé was quite a success at Frankfurt, and together with the Mini Coupé Concept, we wonder if this is a sign of a new era of accessible coupes. More details will surely come, including pricing and pics of the standard version alloys, but so far the market seems to like what it sees.
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Peugeot 308 RCZ Teaser Released
Time is now etching that much closer to the launch of the Peugeot RCZ. Therefore Peugeot has released some teaser images to keep the mind guessing and the wallet interested. Even a tentative release date has been issued as the spring of 2010. While the company fully appreciates current economic conditions it is also quite confident that envisaged RCZ sales figures will be achieved.
The RCZ is unique in a number of ways. It is the first Peugeot not to use the zero or double zero numbering system in its name. Another special [...]
New Peugeot 5008 Compact MPV
Strengthening its position in the highly competitive compact MPV sector in Europe, the PSA Peugeot-Citroen recently swiped the covers off the all-new Peugeot 5008 people carrier that is set to go on sale in the autumn after a premiere at the Frankfurt auto show in September. The 5008 that will be offered in five- and seven-seat configurations will compete directly with the Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic and Opel Zafira MPVs as well as its sister company's Citroen C4 Picasso and C4 Grand Picasso models.
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Peugeot 3008 Crossover Spied Without Any Camouflage
Once again, the forthcoming Peugeot 3008 crossover that will debut at the Geneva motor show this March, has been caught completely undisguised. These photos, courtesy of the members over at 'Forum-Peugeot', reveal that little has changed from Peugeot's Prologue concept car that was unveiled at the Paris show last October. The compact crossover is based on the Peugeot 308 hatchback and it's supposed to combine the practicality of an MPV with off-road ability of an SUV. Just like its most apparent rival, the Nissan Qashqai, the 3008 will be offered in front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions.
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Puegeot to Reveal New RC Concept at the Paris Motorshow
The ‘RC…’ whose full name will be revealed at the Paris Motor Show, is a hybrid concept car created from the passion and expertise of Peugeot’s stylists and engineers.
It is a ‘GT’ coupe which provides the missing link between the RC and concept cars revealed in 2002 and the 908 RC, one of the stars of the 2006 Paris Motor Show. It’s a working laboratory of many future ideas and brings together numerous stylistic, engineering and technological ideas all in a single vehicle.
The ‘RC…’ is also an accessible and versatile car, with four doors, four seats and highly innovative hybrid [...]
Peugeot 504, Old Model, New Design
The renaissance starts here! That’s the dramatic promise from Peugeot’s new design boss, Jerome Gallix.
In an interview with Auto Express’s German sister title, Auto Bild, Gallix said he’d use the firm’s heritage to create a fresh family of cars. And he’s starting with the luxurious 504 coupé.
This exclusive Gallix sketch shows exactly how such a model could look. Although technical details are scarce at the moment, it’s thought the newcomer is similar in size to the current 407, and has a bold nose and curving waistline inspired by its predecessor.
Mechanicals are likely to be shared with Citroen’s C5, [...]
Peugeot 107 Kiss Special Edition
In association with popular British radio station KISS, Peugeot is announcing a special edition 107 KISS model. Limited to 1000 units, the 107 KISS is targeted to the young urban person (female) who loves their pop music. Available in Laser Red or Raven Black metallic, the 107 KISS is outfitted with KISS side body decals, KISS labeled floor mats, an upgraded Clarion CD head unit with removable faceplate and upgraded speakers with a subwoofer. Also, a USB socket for portable MP3 player device is provided. When connected the portable device display is viewable on the stereo unit screen. The 107 [...]
Peugeot 207 Cielo Special Edition for UK
The United Kingdom will see a new special edition of the Peugeot 207, based on the lively Peugeot 207 Sport. Powered by either a 75 or 95 bhp petrol engine the Cielo Special Edition differs from the Sport model with its panoramic glass roof.
In the UK convertibles may be more popular than you would initially guess, but if you want to enjoy a summery ride without opening and closing the roof on a daily basis because of the temperamental weather than a glass roof is your best choice. [...]
Peugeot 4007 gets Irmscher Sports Pack
Peugeot and Irmscher have worked together successfully in the past creating styling projects including the 207 GTi THP 175, 107 Sport XS and 407 Sport XS. Now the latest work of the collaboration focuses on the 4007 SUV with the addtion of sports pack for the entry level SE model to add that extra bit of va-va-voom to the model.
The styling pack includes ero Star Design 19” alloy wheels on Pirelli 235/45 x R19 tyres, a body-coloured rear roof spoiler, front lower spoiler and twin tailpipe finishers.
The 4007 is peugeot's first venture into the SUV [...]
Peugeot launches RC Line and Roland Garros 207 CC
Peugeot’s stand at this year’s Geneva Motor Show was unusually quiet with the only major attraction worth mentioning being the launch of the new RC Line and Roland Garros 207 CC. Both cars are based on the standard 207 CC but get a number of styling changes and extra equipment to justify the new model title.
The RC Line adds a new mesh grill made of high-grade steel, 17in alloys finished in light silver, front and rear spoilers, and a chrome plated exhaust tip. Inside, the car gets an MP3 stereo, heated seats [...]
Peugeot 3008 Latest Spy Photos
The Citroën C4 Picasso will no longer be the queen (and only citizen) of the midsize minivan kingdom in PSA. Besides it, the company also intends to offer a minivan based on the Peugeot 308, which will be called 3008.
With an attractive design, the new people mover will oppose to the Citroën C4 Picasso, Renault Scénic, Opel Zafira and Volkswage Touran. And it will offer a handful of attractive features in order to conquer the hearts and garages of minivan fans, such as sliding doors, full seven-seating capacity, high roof, tire pressure sensors, audible passenger seatbelt warnings, dual-zone climate control, [...]
Peugeot 807 Updated for 2008
Peugeot are to usher in the New Year with a new HDi diesel engine, uprated specification and tweaked exterior styling for the 2008 model year 807. The news follows an update to Citroen's C8, an MPV also based off the platform-sharing PSA-Fiat alliance much like Fiat's Ulysse. The trio of models were first introduced back in 2002 and since then, the 807 has sold some 150,000 units.
Available in 'Executive' trim only, the new 170 hp 2.2-litre HDi drivetrain will be the core addition to the revised 807 range. Mated from launch to a six-speed manual transmission and later available too [...]
Peugeot Bipper Beep Beep Concept Van at Bologna
Peugeot are to swap the city for the track with the premiere of a motorsport-inspired take on their new Bipper compact van at Italy's Bologna Motor Show. Dubbed the 'Beep Beep' Concept Van, a name perhaps more suitable back in the city, the Bipper concept is set to join Peugeot's 908 HDi race car at the 2008 LMS championship.
Peugeot maintain that this new Concept Van shares the character of their LMS Championship-winning 908 HDi FAP race car. But bar the surprisingly-attractive paint scheme with matt black sides, red bonnet & roof and a white stripe running over the vehicle, the [...]
