(Model: Hypercar | Price: €2.5M | Production: 25 units)
1. Professional Review & Ratings
Edmunds Score: 9.2/10
Performance: 10/10
Handling: 9.5/10
Comfort: 7/10
Technology: 9/10
Value: 8/10
Car and Driver Verdict:
"The most radical street-legal race car we've tested – terrifyingly fast but surprisingly docile in Traffic mode."
Top Gear Rating: 5/5
Highs: Aerodynamic wizardry, hybrid efficiency, head-turning design
Lows: Cramped cabin, astronomical servicing costs
2. Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.6L twin-turbo V6 hybrid |
| Electric Motor | 200 HP front-axle MGU-K |
| Total Output | 680 HP (500 kW) |
| Torque | 720 Nm (531 lb-ft) @ 3,500-7,000 RPM |
| Transmission | 7-speed sequential (paddle shift) |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 340 km/h (211 mph) |
| Weight | 1,300 kg (dry) |
| Battery | 1.8 kWh (800V) |
| EV Range | 12 km |
| Charging | DC Fast Charge (0-80% in 15 min) |
| Length/Width/Height | 5,100mm / 2,050mm / 1,150mm |
| Production | 25 units (all pre-sold) |
3. Key Features Breakdown
Performance Features:
Le Mans-derived aerodynamics (no rear wing – uses ground effect only)
4WD torque vectoring with drift mode
Push-to-Pass boost (+50 HP for 20 seconds)
Technology Features:
3D-printed titanium suspension components
Active noise cancellation for cabin refinement
FIA-spec data logger with 5G telemetry
Comfort Features:
Adjustable pedal box (50mm travel)
Climate-controlled seats (optional €45k)
Acoustic glass for reduced road noise
4. Professional Test Results
| Test | Result | Class Rank |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ Mile | 9.8s @ 240 km/h | 1st (Hypercar) |
| Braking 100-0 km/h | 31.2 meters | 2nd |
| Nürburgring Lap | 6:38 (estimated) | 3rd |
| Noise at 120 km/h | 72 dB | 5th |
5. Ownership Costs (First 3 Years)
| Item | Cost (€) |
|---|---|
| Depreciation | 750,000 |
| Insurance | 180,000 |
| Tires (4 sets) | 60,000 |
| Annual Service | 45,000 |
| Battery Warranty | 5 years/unlimited km |
6. Competitor Comparison Scores
| Model | Peugeot 9X8 | Porsche 963 Road | Ferrari 499P Mod |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edmunds Rating | 9.2 | 9.4 | 9.7 |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7s | 2.5s | 2.3s |
| Top Speed | 340 km/h | 340 km/h | 350 km/h |
| Price (€) | 2.5M | 2.9M | 4.7M |
7. Verdict
✔️ Buy If: You want the most exotic Le Mans technology in a (barely) street-legal package.
❌ Avoid If: You need practicality or dislike visiting the service center quarterly.
Alternatives:
For less money: Porsche 963 Road (€2.9M)
For more prestige: Ferrari 499P Modificata (€4.7M)
2025 Peugeot 9X8 Road Version - Complete Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.6L Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid (90°) | Derived from Le Mans race engine, plasma-coated cylinder liners |
| Electric Motor | 200 HP Front-Axle MGU-K | Torque fill up to 3,500 RPM |
| Total Output | 680 HP (500 kW) | 580 HP (ICE) + 200 HP (Electric) |
| Torque | 720 Nm (531 lb-ft) @ 3,500-7,000 RPM | Flat torque curve |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Sequential (Paddle Shift) | No reverse gear (uses MGU-K) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 2.7 sec | With launch control |
| Top Speed | 340 km/h (211 mph) | Electronically limited |
| Weight (Dry/Curb) | 1,300 kg / 1,450 kg | Carbon fiber monocoque |
| Battery Capacity | 1.8 kWh (800V) | Liquid-cooled |
| EV-Only Range | 12 km | City driving only |
| Charging (DC Fast) | 0-80% in 15 min | 350 kW compatible |
| Fuel Consumption | City: 18 L/100km • Highway: 12 L/100km • Combined: 14 L/100km | On 98 RON fuel |
| CO2 Emissions | 320 g/km | E25 biofuel compatible |
| Tire Sizes | Front: 29/71-18 • Rear: 34/71-18 | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R |
| Wheel Sizes | Front: 18x11" • Rear: 18x13" | Forged magnesium |
| Brakes | Front: 410mm carbon-ceramic • Rear: 390mm carbon-ceramic | 6-piston calipers |
| Suspension | Pushrod-actuated double wishbones | Adjustable ride height |
| Aerodynamics | Downforce: 500 kg @ 250 km/h | Active underbody tunnels |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85L | FIA FT3 safety cell |
| Length/Width/Height | 5,100mm / 2,050mm / 1,150mm | Wheelbase: 3,100mm |
| Production Volume | 25 units | All hand-built |
| Base Price | €2,500,000 | Before options |
