Peugeot Special Editions of RCZ and 3008 Hybrid4

Unless Peugeot is hiding a surprise in its pouch, the French carmaker's presence at the upcoming Geneva Salon will most likely go under the radar. Aside from the subtly facelifted 308 family which includes the hatchback models, an estate and the coupe-cabriolet, Peugeot's stand will also host the premiere of two limited edition models.

The first is the RCZ Asphalt which is based on the most potent variant of the coupe model with the 200-horsepower 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, and is set to go on sale in Europe this spring. Exclusive features include a matt grey body colour, two-tone 19-inch alloy wheels and numerous other interior and exterior appointments.

The second model is a limited edition of the 3008 HYbrid4 crossover, which features a 163HP turbo diesel driving the front wheels and an 37HP electric motor at the rear for a maximum power output of 200-horses, a “zero emission” mode and an average fuel consumption of 74.4 mpg UK, equal to 3.8lt/100km and 61.9 mpg US. Production will be limited to 300 numbered cars, all of which get a Pearlescent White exterior finish and two-tone full leather trim.
The 308 facelift and the two special edition models will be joined by two older concept studies, the HR1 and EX1, plus the new 908 Le Mans race car which was unveiled by Peugeot Sport in February.

Peugeot RCZ Coupe Premium Marketed

Peugeot RCZ Coupe Premium Marketed

France's largest car manufacturer, PSA Peugeot-Citroen Group, plans to expand its market share by trying to get into the premium segment. Meanwhile, the Citroen was first start by introducing the DS3, which is the first model for the French manufacturer of luxury class. The Peugeot as his brother has announced that it will also develop a similar type called RCZ.

To bear the luxury sedan, the Peugeot-like set up a separate division also conducted Citroen-called "Hors-Serie". That is, this is a special division that makes a car with limited production. Similarly Autoevolution site launched, Wednesday (17/3/2010).

RCZ will be entered as a new Peugeot line-up starting next June. The car had been on display at the Geneva Motor Show, which recently took place. 2 +2 coupe, sedan model with a height of 1.36 meters is cost Rp 280 million for the lowest model and USD 338 million for the most expensive type that also use diesel 2.0 L.

The variant with a 1.6 L gasoline engine turbocharger equipped with maximum power 156 HP and 240 Nm of torque. This car is more powerful than the version of the same machine. Strength with 200 HP and 255 Nm of torque as the engine room was languishing in the MINI Cooper S.

The second model Hors-Serie work is planned next year, but in the form of station wagon 508. This product will replace the type 407 and 607. In 2012, Hors-Serie re-birth all three vehicles. Although the designs already exist, the model is still a secret.