Peugeot RCZ R review
Built on the foundations of the RCZ model, the Peugeot RCZ R is
the most powerful production car ever made by the French car manufacturer.
Let’s take a look under the bonnet to see what makes this car tick.
Exterior
The Peugeot RCZ R takes the distinctive style of the RCZ and
shifts it up a gear. The striking design of this coupe exhibits a host of
features that make it stand out from the crowd.
The instantly recognisable double bubble roof flows into the
sculpted curves of the rear wings, giving balance and sophistication to the
Peugeot RCZ R. The dual sports exhaust and imposing matte black roof arches
make this car look like it would be better suited to the track, rather than the
M25.
The lowered profile enhances the car’s sporty aesthetic, and gives it a sense
of dynamism. This is further emphasised by unique accents, such as the 19” ‘R’
branded alloy wheels, a rear spoiler and Xenon headlamps.
The high-intensity discharge (HID) lamps generate a beam of
light with an arc of electricity, rather than the traditional glowing filament.
This design is more efficient than the standard model and offers the handy
benefit of automatically levelling off to provide perfect illumination for any
road surface.
It’s impossible to deny the Peugeot RCZ R’s sexy racing car
appeal. This sports coupe will turn heads wherever you go, so be prepared for
lots of attention!
Interior
The Peugeot RCZ R’s cockpit reflects the car’s sporty
exterior. Both the steering wheel and the seats are inspired by racing cars;
the latter even has black Alcantara leather branded with a dynamic ‘R’ to
emphasise car’s sporty credentials. Throughout the cabin, red stitching is also
used to provide a little hint of luxury.
The dash-mounted 7” touchscreen is the hub for controlling a
number of features; the dual-zone air conditioning, Peugeot Connect
system with USB with Bluetooth, Peugeot Connect Navigation, SOS and assistance
features. Control your music, make hands free phone calls and even let the car
inform the police of any incidents through this impressive infotainment system.
The Peugeot RCZ R blends performance with practicality. The
rear bench seat is perfect for occasional use, but can also fold to boost the
amount of boot space available.
On the road
The Peugeot RCZ R’s 1.6 THP turbocharged petrol engine
generates 270bhp, propelling the car from 0-62mph in just 5.9 seconds.
This immense power comes from Formula One-grade forged aluminium pistons and an
uprated clutch. The Peugeot RCZ R delivers 44.8mpg and CO2 emissions of just
145g/km, meaning this car’s sporty performance won’t cost the earth.
The Peugeot RCZ R balances power and precision by building
on the existing RCZ’s award winning design. By increasing the power, torque and
acceleration, widening the front and rear tracks and subtly adapting the rear
spoiler, engineers have enabled the Peugeot RCZ R to grip the road tightly and
maintain stability at high speeds.
This car is filled to the brim with innovative safety technology. It includes the standard ESP and
braking system, as well as airbags that adapt their pressure to the intensity
of the impact. There are also neck airbags built into the seats. The standard
model comes with an ultrasonic alarm and immobiliser for added safety, and even
has locking window bolts for that additional security factor.
One unique piece of tech that we love is the ‘follow me
home’ lighting. After turning the engine off, the lights of your Peugeot RCZ R
will stay on to make sure your path to your front door is visible.
Our verdict
The Peugeot RCZ R is a powerful and entertaining drive; it
even won FHM’s ‘B-Road Thriller of the Year’ award! It’s a
great looking sports coupe that can happily eat up the miles on a whistle-stop
weekend break. For a car of this type, it’s satisfyingly practical too.
Starting at £31,995 this is one of Peugeot’s best cars, standing up to others
in its class with ease. So, why wait to find out what all the fuss is about?
If you’re interested in the Peugeot RCZ R,
or any of our other new
cars, get in touch with your local Perrys dealer today.