Would you dare to drive a Peugeot with this rectangular steering wheel?
- Published on 19/10/2026 8:57
- Modified on 19/10/2026 8:58
A rectangular steering wheel, transparent screens, and controls at your fingertips: with the RCZ Vision concept, Peugeot shakes up our habits. Fascinating to look at, but how would it feel behind the wheel?
Take a seat. Finally, try to regain your bearings. Inside the Peugeot RCZ Vision, the traditional circular wheel is replaced by a rectangle pierced with four rings. Dubbed Hypersquare, this strange steering wheel resembles a game controller more than an automotive accessory. The main controls are accessible with the thumbs. Peugeot also announces that the concept will have a version intended for the next generation of the E-208. The future is seriously approaching.
This transformation goes beyond mere aesthetic charm. The electronic steering, known as “steer-by-wire,” eliminates the mechanical link between the steering wheel and the wheels. Its responsiveness varies with speed: short gestures facilitate maneuvers, while the response smooths out at high speeds. A new way of handling to master, with the promise of less arm movement.
Loss of References
Another surprise: the displays seem suspended in mid-air. Peugeot uses transparent MicroLED screens, giving this dashboard a sci-fi look. The display overlooks the steering wheel, while a central vertical screen, oriented towards the driver, allows for navigation and infotainment settings. When turned off, the latter becomes almost invisible. The idea is appealing: the ability to make the interface disappear when you simply want to enjoy the road.
Not everything, however, leans towards touch controls. On the frosted glass floating console, physical aluminum controls remain dedicated, particularly for climate control and driving modes. Some familiar references in this disorienting environment.
Then comes the test of daily use. Visibility in bright sunlight, precision of gestures, ease of finding a function without taking your eyes off the road: these are what a trial will need to determine. Peugeot offers a spectacular break. But between admiring this interior and entrusting it with your instincts, there remains a step. Would you be ready to take it?
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This page is translated from the original post "Oseriez-vous conduire une Peugeot avec ce volant rectangulaire ?" in French.
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