Oh là là! I got a little more than I bargained for when I popped into the Peugeot showroom on Friday, seeing a curvaceous French specimen for the very first time. That, is the new Peugeot RCZ, Top Gear’s Coupé of the Year. The ultra gorgeous car which began its journey as a concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2007, going into production in 2008 has besides Top Gear, received several accolades since it was introduced in Europe last year.
A cocktail party at the Peugeot Showroom was held to launch the curvy Peugeot RCZ in Singapore.
Unveiling the RCZ.
Seeing the car for the first time, I was impressed by the smooth curves and its “double-bubble” roof which gives the car a unique ultra gorgeous appearance, making it just so appealing as a sports coupé. Two drive options are available, a 6-speed manual with a 1.6L THP engine which delivers 200 bhp at 5800 rpm, giving a maximum torque of 275 Nm at 1700 rpm, or a 6-speed automatic giving a maximum torque of 240 Nm at 1600 rpm. The 200 bhp option provides a acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a fuel consumption of 14.5km/litre in mixed driving conditions.
A feature of the RCZ's unique design is the "Double-Bubble" roof.
More views of the Peugeot RCZ during the launch:
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