[2026 Paris Motor Show] Peugeot Unveils Two Historic-Grade Concept Cars Crafted with Intention

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Peugeot made a surprise unveiling at the Paris Motor Show of two high-performance electrified concept cars, the 'E-T16' and the 'RCZ Vision,' which combine the brand's past motorsport heritage with innovative future technologies. Both models fully apply the next-generation design language, 'Feline Future,' presenting Peugeot's bold and intense electrification vision and drawing the attention of the global automotive industry.

The 'E-T16 Concept,' considered the most powerful Peugeot in history, commemorates the 40th anniversary of the legendary 205 T16 that dominated the World Rally Championship in 1985 and 1986. Equipped with three electric motors mounted on the front and rear axles, it delivers a maximum output of 816 horsepower, accelerating from a standstill to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reaching 300 km/h in just 16 seconds. It features an 800V electrical system and an 85kWh battery, enabling a maximum driving range of 400 km on a single charge, with rapid charging from 10% to 80% possible in 15 minutes. In particular, the adoption of a side cooling thermal management system allows it to deliver unrestricted performance even during extreme circuit driving.

The 'RCZ Vision,' presented alongside, is a model that futuristically inherits the spirit of the iconic sports coupe RCZ. Based on the STLA One platform and 1,000V architecture, it is equipped with an ultra-thin all-solid-state battery measuring 110mm in thickness, co-developed with U.S.-based Factorial Energy, realizing an output of 500 horsepower and a maximum driving range of 600 km.

It boasts remarkable charging performance, capable of charging from 10% to 80% battery level in just 10 minutes. Both vehicles apply steer-by-wire technology that excludes mechanical connections and next-generation Hypersquare steering controls to complete a precise driving feel . Through these two concepts, Peugeot has definitively proven that it will not compromise on the joy of driving even in the era of electrification. The fierce upheaval expected to sweep the future Yangsan car market is drawing attention.

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