A British magazine writer/reviewer hit the nail on the head, described the reaction when he arrived at his golf club, in an RCZ, when they first came out,,the car emptied the bar, everyone rushed to see this beautiful car, then immediately went back inside when they saw the badge. Even now lots of people totally unaware the RCZ's were built by Magna Steyr in Austria, same company have also built cars for Aston, Jag & Mercedes.

Actually built in Austria I think. Same factory building the Z4 and Supra.

@marcandremanfredi3498

Жыл бұрын

I actually spoke to someone from magna and the rcz was built with the new best robot tecnology available there😍

Sold a Audi TT Quattro for my RCZ! I love this car, it’s interior reminds me of an aircraft! Pure and simple! Cant walk away from it without taking a second glance. A future classic......

@MatsOland

4 жыл бұрын

Dan Donovan i just bought one myself, staring at it all the time. Looks so good

@carlyblankevoort3856

3 жыл бұрын

Funny how many of us say that we cannot walk away without a second look! And approaching it in the car park... a frisson of pleasure at those curves! Mine is a very long, 5 year, love affair.

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@carlyblankevoort3856 can't wait to get mine soon. I definitely find it more enjoyable to look at than the TT Mk2. The front of the Mk2 has aged poorly. The Rcz's front has aged in a quirckier way.

@carlyblankevoort3856

3 жыл бұрын

@@pastis51marcel 8 years on and I'm still in love with my girl, she's just GORGEOUS!!

@carlyblankevoort3856

3 жыл бұрын

@@pastis51marcel enjoy every minute of her.

Own my RCZ for two years now and just love it. My only issues will be what will I do when it’s due for replacement? It continues to catch people eye, and mine to when walking away, as I always look back over my shoulder for a second glance. Car has Loads of character for little money.

@carlyblankevoort3856

3 жыл бұрын

Can't stop looking at mine!

@carlyblankevoort3856

2 жыл бұрын

Replacement? Did you say REPLACEMENT??? Not possible! Nothing could replace, maybe a new one but i heard they stopped producing them. Just keep her going, whatever the cost.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

Got mine puggy 7 years ago, we are going steady for many years to come. Just a great likeble fun car

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

@knutarneaakra6013

5 ай бұрын

No never😊

@knutarneaakra6013

5 ай бұрын

2010 mod 200 hp remapped 240. Onyx red. Doing all service myselfe in my own car garage.totally free of rust like new😊

After hearing your review you convinced me to buy RCZ. Thank you very much. From the Philippines.

Definitely a head-turner sports car.

I have the R...it is a great sports coupe. Agree with your review the RCZ is underrated with many just seeing the badge.

@alexmorgan3435

4 жыл бұрын

The R is the version to have.

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@alexmorgan3435 if you can afford the premium $ and the higher maintenance (especially the front brakes) and insurance. I'm getting the 200 bhp. Also I did not like the R's spoiler: Most people love it for the sportier look I hated that it broke the amazing rear end shape of the car. But that is personal. The R's wheels look awesome, the exhaust look awesome, the front seats look awesome (the ones without heating); and of course it has significantly better performance over the 200 bhp.

@alexmorgan3435

3 жыл бұрын

@@pastis51marcel The R is simply a far better car than the lesser cheaper variants and the version to have which is why I have one. Since you don't own one you are talking rubbish.

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@alexmorgan3435 ok thanks for your contribution to the RCZ community.

@unisoulja6227

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexmorgan3435 lmao. nice cope. mug

Great review! It is a cool car, I loved my RCZ. Unfortunately I had to make space and sell it

@jhozoncarz7128

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Shame about selling the RCZ, but at least you had your fun with it.

@evangelista279

2 жыл бұрын

How many km or miliage did you sell? Any problem?

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Did you develop any issues with the rcz?

I love my RCZ

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

Nice review!

Great review for a stunning car. I love mine, she encompasses everything from pleasure to drive, great performance, fabulous looks and beautiful features. Luckily I'm 'only' 5'7". ;)

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

@carlyblankevoort3856

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 Just recently replaced the waterpump. She is from 2004. I forget engine size, I'm just a girl! I think 1400 turbocharged 145 bhp...Those figures ring a distant bell... still in love, nine years old on Valentine's Day next month.

this is a coool looking car and i can appreciate it and your video.

I'm buying mine in December. Can't wait for it!!

@EddyRoblesOficial

3 жыл бұрын

did u buy it? how is it going?

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@EddyRoblesOficial I'm thinking the same :)

@Brebgon

Жыл бұрын

Did you buy it?

Good honest review just had one 2 weeks ago the 156 sport in dark grey I love it ❤️plus the boot space is good also👍

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

@dylanhumphreys6260

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 apart from the dipstick broken after I bought it took it back to sort out but then I was putting 2 litres of oil every 2 weeks,garage where I purchased car took out old dipstick from sump but forgot to tighten bolts properly hence bad oil leak,I fixed it myself now car is spot on ever since,most important thing with these Prince engine is to change oil at least once a year regardless of milage and keep level at max level check oil level regularly 👍

@dylanhumphreys6260

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 sorry it's a 2011 1.6 156 bhp

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

@@dylanhumphreys6260 thank you

Such an underrated car.. nice vid man

@The101Pianist

5 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@jhozoncarz7128

5 жыл бұрын

Sometimes underrated cars are the ones we appreciate most, for they are distinctly different just like us

@EddyRoblesOficial

3 жыл бұрын

@@jhozoncarz7128 well said Jhoz

Got an R @300hp . Well what can i say ? For a 1.6 liter , is just insane. You literally destroy any other car on mixed roads and 90% on straight. The way it pulls till 260 is incredible ( for a 1.6lt engine ) Amazing allaround daily , excellent for groceries , holidays , winding roads.

@Renold-sl7lq

9 ай бұрын

My rcz 247 cv hp kzread.info/dash/bejne/c6Wb29KdY5avo9o.htmlsi=bu1YQuXc9twIMHo9

Very nice

Great vid mate!! When’s the review of the i30 SR coming?

@jhozoncarz7128

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris. Thanks so much for the kind words and support! As for the i30 SR, hopefully soon! Be sure to keep an eye out on the channel for all my latest content. Cheers

also you need to sort the audio out so its level through the video as i had to adjust my speakers a few times

@d.e.p.r7182

Жыл бұрын

same ...detracted from the review

Amen. Good vid.

Gotta get me one of these❤

I'm one of short people Peugeot designed this for 🙂. I have had this car for two years, but have been a few challenges. Most recent I had to replace the ignition coil. I wont give it up though, its still head turner, a decade later.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

@buyiscorner396

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 the only other 'issue' I have is that if I don't drive it for more than a week, the battery dies. So it's a must that I start it once a week, maybe drive it to buy some bread. I have the 2012, 1.6 turbo and it's a manual not automatic. It hasn't missed a service and it really moves on the open road.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

@@buyiscorner396 thank you!

@buyiscorner396

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 you are welcome. I actually have this version he is reviewing. If you get it, just don't be shocked when you drive over uneven surface or pothole cos he is right it feels like the car has a shocks problem. My dashboard at the windscreen has been affected by the sun so I need to see an upholster to touch up. Remember mine is a decade old.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

@@buyiscorner396 thank you for this. Can I ask the year of manufacture?

Owned my rcz gt200 for 7 years its almost 9 years old now. it still looks new. looks modern and doesnt squeak or rattle. it has been uprated a little but love the car its so underated suspension bushes all round and rear chassis brace and it now pisses off friends super cars through the bends .also rolling roaded mine and stock power is 218.6bhp i decided not to remap it. but the remapper said he had done a few and all the gt200s had been over 200bhp stock

@TaxEvasi0n

4 жыл бұрын

What's the reliability been of it? People say French have never made good cars. But how expensive has repairs been? I mean if over 10-15 years it'll cost an extra 2 grand in repairs, that's not a problem. I just want to know if they're a lemon car like Mini Coopers (they are renowned for many problems, hit or miss).

@sjm.photos

4 жыл бұрын

@@TaxEvasi0n i have thrashed mine hard and all that has gone wrong was a suspension top mount , a turbo wastegate was rattling so changed under warranty at the same time my oil cooler was leaking slightly so that was replaced and while the turbo was removed i said just put all new pipe work aswell so we know its all good. and the thermostat housing was upgraded as they suffered from air being caught up near the temp sensor. mine has uprated suspension bushes and now uprated top mounts. its a low production vehicle but other than that is has been reliable for the last 3 years no troubles at all apart from the turbo rattle. out of the 9 cars i have owned this is by far the best car i have ever had. yes a few little problems but nothing major. i look after it serviced every 6000 miles i put the best tyres on it michelin pilot sport 4s. which transformed the car. also a rear lower chassis brace stiffened it up. mine is now 9 years old in september and has done 76000 miles are hard driving and its still lovely. the interior all leather all fine and i have never cleaned it just dusted it and wiped it clean no saggying or problems. brake pads and discs uprated. stock but revised shocks replaced all of them at 50000 miles ,brake fluid changed every 2 years, replaced battery at 4 and 8 years old other than that no problems at all really i love the car its such a good drive. the car is a mixture of makes of componants from peugeot mitsubishi , bosch,bmw, porsche and other bits.

@georgeclarke1183

Жыл бұрын

have you had any bmi problems if you have replaced the battery

@sjm.photos

Жыл бұрын

@@georgeclarke1183 its on its 3rd battery probably have a 4th in a years time was always fitted at main dealer no issues now 11 years old still fine.

@georgeclarke1183

Жыл бұрын

@Stuart James Photography i left my boot light on due to my tailgate not been closed for 24 hours my battery was totally discharged so i removed it didn't know that the bsi had to be closed down before its removal my all my electrics have closed down no power strg no wipers no electric windows no fold back mirror my speedo reads in kilometres and my sat nav learned a big lesson never buy a car from a friend a lot of the fault we on the car when he sold it to me its going to cost me a lot of money for the repair i am an oap

I’m late to the RCZ party , mine is the low power one , compared to my last performance car , it would be left behind , I had a 3.5 Nissan 350z nismo ,, two Subaru’s and an Audi TT Quattro , so this doesn’t shine , but I like the cockpit and interior , and styling, and bought it in the lockdown when car sales are poor , so got a fair deal , not had or driven long enough to say how much I really like it ,, gotta bond with it ,, or not ,, we will see ,, 3 days since I acquired ,, cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧

@picdar16

3 жыл бұрын

how have you found it since you bought it, im looking buying a rcz 200 and tuning it up to rcz r levels if i cannot find a rcz r. ive gone from a Alfa GTV6 3.2 and a couple of mazda rotaries

@yew108

3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Do you enjoy your RCZ ? How does it compare to your TT ?

@peterlittle3518

2 жыл бұрын

How is it then Shane

Thanks. Do I look for petrol or diesel? What would you say?

Daughter just bought an R copy looks great drives great just love it and for half the price of an over rated Audi yes over rated Audi T.T. These cars are going to be collectable so get one whilst you can mark my humble words The R at 200 B.H.P. is a must but as rare as chickens teeth but the under dogs are not that under dog as you might think I have driven many many so called sports cars including the over rated T.T. and trust me compared to these toys they are well over rated So go and treat yourself to one you will not be dissapointed you really will not They are well made drive well and are not the norm If you want the norm go and GET A T.T. and look like any other sheep !! No more to be said !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Well other than why the hell did they stop making them ??????????????????

I am tossing between the RCZ and the Mini S coup, any thoughts are very welcomed and nice review, happy 2022 everyone

@GECKOZFTW

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem, except for me it's between an RCZ and the mk2 Audi TT

@sfabsto5653

Жыл бұрын

@@GECKOZFTW RCZ

the height thing im 5 '10 and its spot on. clutch is very on and off

Peugeot's clutches have always been a bit on the light side and takeup at the very top. Peugeot's decision not to ditch the beam axle carried over from the 308 platform, is the very reason it rides rough and fidgety. Well presented and shot video! Well done! I enjoyed it :)

I love mine.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

Interesting thanks but you need to adjust the sound quality somehow,, can’t hear what you’re saying while the car is moving.

I love mine despite some people regarding it as a hairdressers car.

@carlyblankevoort3856

Жыл бұрын

Some , no, MOST people's opinions are completely irrelevant. It's a BEAUTY of a car!

@tonyowen6598

Жыл бұрын

@Carly Blankevoort got rid now. Too many mechanical issues.

@carlyblankevoort3856

Жыл бұрын

@@tonyowen6598 so sorry to hear, Tony!

I am going to purchase the 2.0 Ltd turbo diesel version

I'm thinking about buying one soon.... are they worth it

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Did you buy? If so, have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

Lol, I have a RCZ. It’s pretty good, I only wish it was more reliable

@sjm.photos

4 жыл бұрын

really? which spec do you have ? mines had a couple of issues but nothing to bad.

@willmalliotis9341

4 жыл бұрын

Stuart James Photography I’ve got a 1.6L T. Now since I’ve written my comment three months ago, no problem whatsoever. The car is awesome

@baut_4451

3 жыл бұрын

@@willmalliotis9341 Old bump but hey, what issues did you encounter previously that made you think it wasn't as reliable as you'd like?

@MrTesteur

Жыл бұрын

@@baut_4451 the 1.6 THP in 156 or 200 version designed by Peugeot AND BMW were not reliable until the 2013 facelift .. sensor, turbo, spring from distribution's tensor.. prior to 2013 the HDi was the only one reliable..

I'm about to get mine. A 200hp. full light grey leather including extended over the dashboard. And cherry on the top it has the R''s duplex exhaust FROM FACTORY. It's a 2nd phase though to bad; I preferred the look of the 1st phase's front. I wanted a R because of the torsen dif on wet roads and the crazy seats. But there is a $$$ premium and also... i'm just scared of the cost of maintaining the upgraded brakes and the potential repairs on the engine. It's been tailored for 270 bhp and worry that some parts will be hard to find or will cost a lot. Also the insurance. The peugeot badge helps my budget as it will be cheaper to insure and run than a Audi TT. I saw @motorscotti his tutorial to upgrade the nav system... but his RCZ had the most basic sound system. I'm not sure I can upgrade my system whish is the mid-spec one (without the phone dials/hardrive). I hope I can find some workaround to mirror a phone on the pop up screen. Fingers crossed; but not a deal breaker.

@suable

3 жыл бұрын

So how has it been

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@suable purchase is postponed. The guy said “ I realise there is only one like this from factory and got so many calls… I’m not selling any more. 🥲

@baut_4451

3 жыл бұрын

​@@pastis51marcel Yikes. I looked up the brake pads on Eurocarparts (my local parts dealer) for the RCZ R and the RCZ. Turns out ~£80 for rear brake pads on the R whilst the standard RCZ are £40! Maintenance/servicing extras will definitely be quite costly on the RCZ R so I'd choose wisely. Heck for that kind of money you could also buy an older Porsche, however, again like the R, maintenance makes it an unattractive investment.

How is the back seats for 5.11 ?

@GECKOZFTW

2 жыл бұрын

The back seats are useless. Both on the RCZ and the Audi TT

There is body roll other wise it wouldn't manage to get around bends. The fact that it is a firm ride makes you think there isn't, but there is and certainly it oversteers and does lean when pushed to it's limits trying to get around bends. The clutch on mine is fine.

My RCZ dose'nt make that noise? Maybe its because its the lesser BHP model, 1.6thp.........may upgrade

@marcandremanfredi3498

4 жыл бұрын

The sports pack which was standard in the 200 thp was optional in the other versions ( r excluded of course!) and consists of a smaller steering wheel, shorter distance gearchange lever and of course a Butterfly sound resonater which enhances the sound of the engine from the exterior in the interior on EU cars

@EddyRoblesOficial

3 жыл бұрын

@@marcandremanfredi3498 is all that included in the 2013 models?

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

@@EddyRoblesOficial from what I understood the 2013+ models did not change the rule. RCZ R has the resonator. RCZ 200bhp has the resonator. RCZ 156bhp with sport pack has the resonator. RCZ156 without the sport pack does not have the resonator.

@MrTesteur

Жыл бұрын

@@pastis51marcel absolutely correct.

Yeah fucking good one jhoz rip in yew

Driving an RCZ 156 for 6 month. Drives great (for a 115 kw auto), but I hear the engines are only good for 200k and can not be rebuilt, fortunately still have 140k to go.

@MrTesteur

Жыл бұрын

I thought they were using the same engine (THP 1.6 156/200 in other cars like 208GT, 308, DS,...) Are you sure it's not replaceable ?

@vladislavfeldman6562

Жыл бұрын

As far as I understand, they are replaceable not rebuildable you can't rebore the cylinders. You can only get a second hand engine or another new one and yes 208 and 308, Citroen, mini, BMW 1 and 2 have the same engine, but the mounting points will probably be different , so you'll need some fabrication (expensive) to fit them.

@aarona5351

Жыл бұрын

Have you had any issues with it since? What year, engine size etc?

@vladislavfeldman6562

Жыл бұрын

Yes by buying a new block, not reboring yuor own block.

@vladislavfeldman6562

Жыл бұрын

@@aarona5351 Its a 2012 THP 156 , the water pump is gone. I will be doing the water pump, thermostat housing and bypass pipe at the back. Mechanic quoted A$2000, so i will be doing myself. ($350 parts and 6 hours labour. Probably 10 hours labour for me.)

Thats fake leather, hence the white stitching. Real leather is same colour stitching. Also, I've had a number of 5 feet tall people in the rear so your claim that "no-one over 3 feet will fit" is wrong

Hey so I have a 2011 RCZ myself but it sounds nowhere near as good as yours. What exhaust do you have on it and did you turbocharge it as only the R version is already turbocharged?

@jhozoncarz7128

5 жыл бұрын

Hi there! The exhaust on this car is actually stock, and being the 200 thp model, it comes standard with a turbocharger. In fact all RCZs in Australia are turbocharged.

@carlyblankevoort3856

3 жыл бұрын

Far as I know they are all turbo charged. Mine is.

@vladislavfeldman6562

7 ай бұрын

They are all turbocharged. The 156 is the highest an automatic can cope with, the 162 is the 2 lt diesel, the 200 only in manual and the R 270 strengthened engine, stregthened gearbox.

Who can give me the oil for service my RCZ consume way too much oil

Hello :I am Peugeot's best ever looking car, judged by experts as the best looking coupe in the world when I was being manufactured, 406 Coupe Pininfarina

If only it was RWD. I'm not buying a sports coupe to drive a FWD car.

Dude you are 6,2 ,sitting in a small french sports car 😂 ,what did you expect ,at 6,2 you'll have this issue even in a Ferrari or other sporty cars😂

Love turbo lag

Why there all videos on youtube for rcz worst color ever can be use for car - white?

@willmalliotis9341

4 жыл бұрын

Cryian Sky better than bright orange ffs

@CryianSky

4 жыл бұрын

@@willmalliotis9341 you know what, I definetly chose orange instead white if there only two options! You must be compleat albinos to want white color car! Lol

@willmalliotis9341

4 жыл бұрын

Cryian Sky not in my opinion. My RCZ has a black top and white body with silver rims and black interior. Looks great

@sjm.photos

4 жыл бұрын

@@willmalliotis9341 yep the white one i have wll look best for longest as wont age like the coloured ones, white and black or silver the best colours to go for

@willmalliotis9341

4 жыл бұрын

Stuart James Photography Yeah. Absolutely. The RCZ is perfect for hammering tight rural roads though. Not very good on track cause it’s got 198hp

Your sound levels are terrible, cannot really hear what you were saying. The R version is the one to go for.

The best sports coupe? 911, gtr, supra, m4 previous generations of all of them, gt86 gr86, im sure its a good car but it isnt even a sports car

It is a beautiful car, but that's because it looks like a copy of the Audi TT ;)

These cars are absolutely horrible. If you flip it on its roof it’ll crush in and can possibly kill you

@happy2help1

3 жыл бұрын

what a stupid comment. if you drive head on into a lorry I expect the outcome would be the same. Don't do it .

@pastis51marcel

3 жыл бұрын

yeah don't do that.

@BeZzeMa

2 жыл бұрын

Its made in same factory as Mercedes G class.....

@GECKOZFTW

2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever driven one or are you just following the bandwagon of assuming that French cars are shit? Since I started driving, I learned that it's pointless to comment on a car's true characteristics unless I've driven it. You can still have an opinion on looks without driving it but without actually driving it, you have no idea what it's really like. I'm thinking about buying an RCZ instead of an Audi TT

@kennethhenry6096

11 ай бұрын

Yeah. Don’t flip any car on its roof. Not advisable