The Concept
One of the project`s goal was to reduce the total weight of the car, by making extensive use of lightweight materials. Special component include two aluminium roll over protection bars that separate the passenger compartment and give shape to the exterior styling, the polycarbonate rear windscreen and a large number of carbon fibre body parts.
The Design
With a length of 4.276 (same as the hatchback), a width of 1.840 (25 mm more than the hatchback) and a height of only 1.320 m, the proportions of the 308 RC Z concept car combines a very dynamic
design with a high level of road holding.
The Peugeot "Lion" badge is mounted to what can truthfully be called the "Nose of the Bonnet". From here, the style lines flow upwards back over the bonnet and into the two polished aluminium roll-over protection bar.
This following " V " profiles gives the vehicle its shape and creates an impression of movement in all positions.
Visually ,the fluidity of the design is further enhanced by the way the large tinted front windscreen, the carbon fibre roof panel and the polycarbonate rear windows are combined together.
They contain four «cylindrical
lights» each which create a bright and piercing
beam of light. These “cylindrical lights” are clearly visible due to the clear glass headlamp lenses.The lower front panel differs from that of the 308 hatchback. It has a sharper and sportier
shape with a single air intake and integral front fog lamps, while the front grille features chrome
detailing.
From the side, the vehicle displays a strong profile with its prominent front wings, deeply sculpted sides, and particularly generous rear wings.
The doors raise the visual profile, creating a link between the sloping front design and the curvaceous rear design.
The end result, firmly sitting on 19 inch wheels, suggest power, strength and dynamism, like and animal ready to pounce.
Interior Design
The fascia panel in 308 RC Z concept car has been taken directly from the hatchback.
A fluid design that allows a particularly clear view of the outside thanks to its sloping design which complements the vehicle`s large front windscreen.
It offers a high level of interior brightness, improved visibility and an overwhelming feeling of space.
The bucket type front seats feature polished aluminium eyeletsm the style of which is also reflected in the design of the inner door panels.
At the rear there are two occasional seats trimmed in leather, both of which can be folded, thus offering versatile space for luggage.
The length and maximum available boot volume can even accommodate a mountain bike.
Technical Features
Interior Design
A fluid design that allows a particularly clear view of the outside thanks to its sloping design which complements the vehicle`s large front windscreen.
It offers a high level of interior brightness, improved visibility and an overwhelming feeling of space.
At the rear there are two occasional seats trimmed in leather, both of which can be folded, thus offering versatile space for luggage.
The length and maximum available boot volume can even accommodate a mountain bike.
Technical Features
The 308 RC Z concept car is powered by a 1.6 litre THP engine derived from the EP6DTS
unit developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and the BMW Group.
unit developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and the BMW Group.
It delivers a power output of a maximum power of 160 kW (218 bhp), with an increase of 33 hp compared to the production engine that equips the 207 RC. The max torue is 280 Nm (300 Nm in overboost).
Among the engine’s features are the Twin-Scroll turbocharger and the high-pressure direct petrol injection system.
The engine is coupled with a new 6 speed manual gearbox.
The rear suspension, derived from the hatchback, consists of a torsion-beam, two rear suspension
arms and an integral anti-roll bar. The front and rear tracks have been increased by 59 mm compared to the hatchback.
arms and an integral anti-roll bar. The front and rear tracks have been increased by 59 mm compared to the hatchback.
The braking system features 360 mm diameter ventilated discs at the front with four piston calipers.
Polished split rim 19’’ alloy wheels are fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 245/40 R19 tyres.
Safety equipment includes Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS),the directional bi-Xenon headlamps, three impact absorption structures at the front, «Peugeot Emergency» service linked to the vehicle’s RT4 telematics system.
"Like all concept cars, the 308 RC Z is an amazing
laboratory of ideas making it possible to design
and test new concepts and pioneer technical and
styling ideas free from the constraints of volume
production."
laboratory of ideas making it possible to design
and test new concepts and pioneer technical and
styling ideas free from the constraints of volume
production."
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