Peugeot 206 RC
The high-revving spiritual successor to the 205 GTI, featuring a Lotus-refined engine and bespoke interior.
- Power
- 177 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.2 s
- Top speed
- 137 mph
About the Peugeot 206 RC
The 206 RC (badged as the GTI 180 in the UK) was Peugeot's late-entry answer to the Renaultsport Clio 172. It features a naturally aspirated EW10J4S engine with variable valve timing and a cylinder head developed by Lotus. Visually distinguished by 17-inch 'Atlantis' wheels, a twin-exit exhaust, and a larger rear spoiler, it also received a unique interior with heavily bolstered Alcantara bucket seats. While criticized for its long-throw gearbox, it is praised for its high-speed stability and characterful, high-revving engine.
Peugeot 206 RC specs
The Peugeot 206 RC produces 177 bhp (132 kW) and 202 Nm (149 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.2 seconds and has a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h).
| Make | Peugeot |
|---|---|
| Model | 206 RC |
| Trim | 2.0 16V |
| Years | 2003–2006 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 13,393 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,997 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 177 bhp (132 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 202 Nm (149 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,300 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.2 s |
| Top speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,100 kg (2,425 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 161 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Peugeot 206 RC rarity in CarSpot
The Peugeot 206 RC is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 19 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Peugeot 206 RC fun facts
- The engine's cylinder head was modified by Lotus to improve airflow, allowing it to produce significantly more power than the standard 2.0-litre unit.
- In the UK, the model was marketed as the GTI 180 to reflect its metric horsepower output, whereas the rest of Europe used the RC (Rallye Championship) name.
- The 206 RC features a unique rear suspension setup with additional tie-rods borrowed from the 206 SW to improve handling precision.
