The torsional rigidity of the body for a torque of 100 mdaN applied to the "axles" is 1 mrd in the coupe configuration and 1.50 mrd in the cabriolet configuration.

The performance levels of the platform 1 of the PSA Peugeot Citroen group and the very rigid structure of the hatchback give Peugeot 207 CC an extremely solid structure. The structure, however, has been modified to take into account the special features of a coupe cabriolet (in particular structural reinforcements and tie-rods under the body). These modifications help to reduce vibrations, as do "stiffeners" located in the rear wings.


Exemplary road holding

The excellent body rigidity allows the suspension to operate to its full potential, thereby strengthening the overall driving experience and pleasure.

Peugeot 207 CC retains the hatchback's wide front and rear track and uses the same suspension, steering and braking set up.

Peugeot 207 CC will be available in two versions specially designed to complement the design of this new body shape:

- a dynamic version associated with the diesel engine and the new 1.6 litre 16v petrol engine;
- a sportier version reserved for models powered by the 1.6 litre THP petrol engine.

Peugeot 207 CC has:

- a pseudo McPherson type front suspension;
- a rear torsion beam with an integral anti-roll function with a stiffness adapted to the characteristics of the 207 CC;
- dampers set to a pressure of 5 bar at the front and rear;
- 16″ or 17″ wheels clad respectively with 195/55R16 and 205/45R17 tyres available for both versions;
- impressive electric power steering with parameters specially adapted to the different versions;
- braking assured by four disc brakes measuring 283 x 26 mm at the front and 249 x 9 mm at the rear;
- ESP (as standard or optional according to the version or destination).



No 'ordinary' safety

Peugeot 207 CC offers its occupants a level of passive safety that is as comprehensive as possible and that takes into account many different eventualities.

To limit injury as a result of a front impact, the structure of Peugeot 207 CC includes a number of reinforcements which compensate for the absence of a "roof" superstructure. These are combined with a dual front-impact absorption system which, like the hatchback, distributes impact energy between an upper structure and a lower structure. The latter also helps to protect pedestrians. To reduce the effect of an impact, the design of the A and B posts and side members creates a reinforced solid frame combined with, doors that are extremely rigid as a result of a strengthened upper panel and a tubular reinforcement bar. The doors are also generously padded.


Discreet, active safety roll over bars

To make the very most of the cabriolet body shape, an active roll over protection system is a standard feature of Peugeot 207 CC's safety specification. This is made up of active roll-over bars and reinforcement tubes inside the windscreen pillars.

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