Peugeot Proxima
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| Peugeot Proxima[1][2][3] | |
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| Overview | |
| Type | concept car |
| Manufacturer | Peugeot |
| Production | 1986 (concept car) |
| Assembly | La Garenne, Île-de-France, France |
| Designer | Gérard Welter (exterior) Paul Bracq (interior)[4] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | sports car (S) |
| Body style | coupe |
| Layout | mid-engine, AWD |
| Doors | 2 |
| Related | 205 T16 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | PRV, 16-valve, DOHC twin-turbocharged V6 |
| Capacity | 2.85 L (174 cu in) |
| Power output | 680 hp, 448 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual[5] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 1,080 mm (43 in) |
| Length | 4,420 mm (174 in) |
| Width | 2,060 mm (81 in) |
| Height | 1,140 mm (45 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,080 kg (2,380 lb) |
The Peugeot Proxima is a concept car, designed, developed and built by French manufacturer Peugeot, and produced in 1986.[6][7]
History
Peugeot presented this concept car at the 1986 Paris Motor Show.[8] It succeeded the 1984 Peugeot Quasar and precedes the Peugeot Oxia of 1988, and the Peugeot 905 of 1990. Inspired by astronautics, science fiction, and cutting-edge avant-garde techniques of the 1980s, it is named after the star Proxima Centauri, the star closest to the solar system.
The bodywork of this 2+2 coupé weighing 1,374 kg (3,029 lb) was created by the Peugeot Style Center and inspired by the work of designer Luigi Colani. It comprises composite materials, including resins and carbon fiber and a large polycarbonate glazed cockpit.[9] Entry to the cockpit is done through the polycarbonate canopy, which splits in half crosswise. The front half of the canopy rotates forward at its base, while the rear half slides backwards.[4]
The vehicle is powered by a twin-turbocharged V6 engine, 24 valves, 2,849 cm3 (173.9 cu in), 680 hp, for a top speed of 348 km/h (216 mph).[10] A traction control solution automatically transmits power to the front wheels when rear wheel slippage is detected, while the gearbox and clutch were also electronically controlled.[4]
The cockpit is capable of accommodating up to four passengers. Two onboard computers and five high-definition color screens assist the driver with rear-view cameras and an anti-collision radar giving the driver a full view of the car's surroundings.[4] In addition, the car features one of the first prototypes of a satellite navigation system (GPS). The heat produced by the sun on the sizeable glazed dome of the cockpit is cooled when stationary by a temperature control system powered by a solar panel on the rear of the car.[11]
References
- ^ "Peugeot Proxima". ACI.
- ^ "Peugeot Proxima review, specs, stats, comparison, rivals, data, details, photos and information on SupercarWorld.com". www.supercarworld.com.
- ^ Cars, Story (December 29, 2021). "1986 Peugeot Proxima Concept". Story Cars.
- ^ a b c d Dachet, Flavien (25 April 2014). "Concept Car of the Week: Peugeot Proxima (1986)". Car Design News. Retrieved 2023-04-02.(subscription required)
- ^ ":: The SUPERCAR :: 1986 - Peugeot Proxima Concept". thesupercar.tripod.com.
- ^ "Peugeot concept cars: 21 of the wildest". Top Gear. February 27, 2017.
- ^ "Peugeot Proxima (1986) - Old Concept Cars". October 27, 2013.
- ^ "1986 Peugeot Proxima technical and mechanical specifications". conceptcarz.com.
- ^ "Peugeot Proxima". Les Concept-cars Peugeot.
- ^ Burkart, Tom (December 16, 2014). "Concept Flashback - 1986 Peugeot PROXIMA Is X-Rated Hypercar All-Star".
- ^ Peugeot Proxima carstyling.ru
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