The upgraded version of the sports coupe of the French brand was presented last October at the Paris Motor Show and in a few weeks it will be available in the markets.
The front part is completely redesigned but generally retains the design that distinguished the first generation. As for the engine, the renowned super-powered 1.6 THP comes in two versions, one producing 156 hp and the other producing 200 hp. At the same time, the range will include one 2-liter HDi diesel engine with 163 hp.
For the versions with lower power 1.6-liter petrol engine there is a choice between automatic and manual six-speed gearbox, while those fitted wile the more powerfull engines have the six-speed manual as the only option.
In addition to the revamped version of RCZ, there will be another version of the car which promises to be the forerunner of a sport orientation and a stronger version of the French Coupe.
It’s name is RCZ R Concept, which will be as the most powerful production model of the French brand, it will be equiped with an upgraded version of the 1.6 liter engine of the brand with 260 horse power and a big list of extras such as sport suspension and a Torsen limited-slip differential.The RCZ RConcept is expected to be available on the market at the end of 2013.
Engines (liters): 1,6 THP / 2,0 HDi
Power (hp): 156, 200 (1,6 THP) / 163 (2,0 HDi)
Torque (Nm): 240, 275 (1,6 THP) / 340 (2,0 HDi)
Acceleration (0-100 km. / Hour): 8,0”, 7,5” (1,6 THP) / 8,2” (2,0 HDi)
Top speed (km. / Hour): 217, 240 (1,6 THP) / 220 (2,0 HDi)
More details will be available soon.
Until then,you can watch the ad of the new RCZ (after the photos).
