French automaker combines breathtaking electric performance, futuristic design and its legendary sporting heritage in a bold vision for the future of driving.
eugeot is making a powerful statement at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, presenting two world premieres that showcase its ambitious vision for the future of electric mobility. The Peugeot RCZ Vision and Peugeot E-T16 Concept take centre stage, highlighting the manufacturer’s determination to combine advanced technology with emotional design and exhilarating driving experiences.
Unveiled as part of Peugeot’s latest design and innovation strategy, the two concepts demonstrate that the transition towards electrification can create new opportunities for performance, creativity and driver engagement.
Peugeot RCZ Vision: A Bold New Era of Electric Driving
The Peugeot RCZ Vision represents a striking evolution of the brand’s design philosophy, bringing together sophisticated styling, innovative technology and high-performance electric mobility.
Developed around an architecture based on the STLA One platform, the concept introduces advanced steer-by-wire technology alongside Peugeot’s revolutionary Hypersquare steering control.
Its futuristic interior previews an entirely new generation of the Peugeot i-Cockpit, designed to transform the relationship between driver and vehicle.
The RCZ Vision also demonstrates how Peugeot intends to preserve driving excitement while embracing electrification.
This ambition builds on the company’s expanding electric portfolio, previously explored in CarBook Magazine’s article, Peugeot Completes Its EV Line-Up with the New All-Electric E-408.
Peugeot E-T16 Concept: Celebrating Motorsport Heritage
Alongside the RCZ Vision, Peugeot introduces the E-T16 Concept, a dramatic expression of the manufacturer’s sporting DNA.
Drawing inspiration from Peugeot’s legendary motorsport achievements, the concept combines racing heritage with the possibilities of next-generation automotive technology.
Both world premieres feature the innovative Hypersquare steering interface, reinforcing Peugeot’s commitment to making driving more intuitive and engaging.
Peugeot’s ability to combine heritage with innovation has long shaped its identity. As highlighted in CarBook Magazine’s feature on 90 Years of Peugeot’s Iconic 300 Series, the French manufacturer has consistently evolved its vehicles while maintaining a distinctive character.
An Immersive Peugeot Experience in Paris
Peugeot’s presence extends beyond its two premieres. The manufacturer has created a nearly 1,300-square-metre exhibition space in Hall 4, offering visitors an immersive journey through its design, technology and performance heritage.
The display includes the Peugeot Polygon Concept, the new E-208 GTi, the iconic 205 GTi and the Peugeot 9X8 endurance racing car.
Visitors attending the show from October 13 to 18 can also experience themed activities celebrating French craftsmanship, motorsport, cinema and Peugeot’s GTi heritage.
For Peugeot, the 2026 Paris Motor Show represents more than a platform for introducing futuristic vehicles. It is an opportunity to demonstrate how innovation and driving pleasure can coexist.
The RCZ Vision explores tomorrow’s electric driving experience, while the E-T16 Concept celebrates the brand’s passion for performance.
Together, they reinforce Peugeot’s ambition to create vehicles that are technologically advanced, visually distinctive and emotionally engaging.
As the automotive industry moves towards a new era, Peugeot is sending a clear message: the future of driving should be just as exciting as its past.
