Peugeot will have petrolheads salivating uncontrollably with its latest concept, judging by these awesome pictures.

Looking like a squashed Audi TT, the 308 RC Z is a 2+2 coupe offering über-cool looks and pulsating performance, while producing low carbon emissions.

Powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, the RC Z produces 218bhp and 206lb/ft of pulling power.

Coupled with an all-new six-speed gearbox, the French coupe accelerates from 0-62mph (100kph) in 7.1 seconds before running out of steam at 146mph.

And it’s impressively frugal managing a combined 42.2mpg while emitting 160g/km of carbon dioxide – much less than the 140mph Peugeot 307 CC Sport.

On the outside, the coupe is dominated by a pair of huge headlights and Peugeot’s trademark gaping mouth grille and sits on 19-inch alloy wheels.

To the rear, the rabid Pug has a centrally mounted twin exhaust pipe and a rump reminiscent of the Audi TT.

The standard 308 will be launched at September’s Frankfurt Motor Show.

The coupe concept is same length and width, but slightly taller than its more sober-looking sibling.

We’ll be at Frankfurt so don’t forget to come back for all the big news and launches from the event.

Click here for more pics of the Peugeot 308 RC Z

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