Peugeot Revives RCZ Nameplate With Solid-State Battery Concept
The RCZ Vision concept claims a 10-minute 10-80% charge and 373 miles of range, though production status remains unconfirmed.
Peugeot has unveiled the RCZ Vision, an electric concept car that revives the brand’s distinctive coupe nameplate with a new solid-state battery architecture. While the vehicle previews future design directions and technology, it remains a concept with no stated production intent.
What Happened
The RCZ Vision is built on the Stellantis STLA One platform and features a solid-state battery developed by Factorial. The powertrain utilizes a 1,000-volt electrical system, with Peugeot claiming 500 horsepower and up to 373 miles (600 kilometers) of range. The manufacturer states the battery can charge from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes, with a provisional WLTP consumption target of 11.5 kWh/100 km.
The concept’s low silhouette is attributed to the battery pack, which Peugeot says is just 110 millimeters thick. This thin floor-mounted pack contrasts with approaches taken by other automakers like Porsche and Alpine, who have kept batteries out of the floor to achieve low seating positions. Visually, the car retains the original RCZ’s double-bubble glass canopy and broad shoulders, updated with 'Feline Future' design cues and 21-inch front and 22-inch rear forged wheels.
Why It Matters
The RCZ Vision serves as a testbed for technologies that will reach production sooner than the sports car itself. Most notably, the concept features the 'Hypersquare' steering controller, a rectangular steer-by-wire device that eliminates the mechanical connection to the front wheels. Peugeot confirmed that this specific steering unit is destined for the next-generation E-208, a fully electric hatchback expected to launch next year.
For the broader market, the concept highlights the industry's push toward high-voltage architectures and solid-state cells to improve charging speeds and range. However, the lack of production commitment for the RCZ Vision means buyers will likely encounter the Hypersquare interface and new design language in more accessible vehicles before seeing a revived sports coupe.
The Bottom Line
Peugeot’s RCZ Vision demonstrates significant battery and charging advancements, including a claimed 10-minute rapid charge and solid-state integration. While the sports car itself may not reach the showroom floor, its steering technology and design direction are confirmed for the upcoming production E-208.
