2016 Paris Motor Show: Ballistic Peugeot 208 WRX World Rally Car Slides Onto The Show Floor

French carmaker Peugeot has showcased its current World Rallycross championship contender at the 2016 Paris Motor Show.

2016 Paris Motor Show: Peugeot 208 WRX Showcased

Peugeot's World Rallycross challenger is based on the 208 hatchback currently on sale in Europe.

However, the 208 WRX looks a lot more aggressive than its normal city driving compatriot.

2016 Paris Motor Show: Peugeot 208 WRX Showcased

However, the looks are where the similarities with road-legal car end.

The 208 WRX uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 540bhp @ 6,000rpm and 850Nm @ 4,500rpm.

The 208 WRX will accelerate from 0–100km/h in just 1.9 seconds which is faster than a Formula 1 car.

2016 Paris Motor Show: Peugeot 208 WRX Showcased

The Peugeot 208 WRX is currently the mobile office of 9-time WRC Drivers Championship winner Sebastian Loeb and his teammates in the World Rallycross Championship, where they compete against the likes of Tanner Foust and Ken Block.

2016 Paris Motor Show: Peugeot 208 WRX Showcased

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Article Published On: Friday, September 30, 2016, 19:13 [IST]
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