Peugeot has launched a flagship Red Carbon edition of its RCZ sports car priced from £26,000.

The French brand will have 300 RCZ Red Carbon models available in the UK and the new model is derived from the Sport model with Xenon, directional and self-levelling headlamps, 19-inch 'Solstice' alloy wheels, metallic paintwork in Moroccan Red or Nera Black, complemented by the ‘Black Pack’ which includes matt black roof arches, brilliant black front grill, door mirror covers and brake callipers.

Interior features include ‘Red Carbon’ black style sports front seats trimmed in ‘simple leather’ feature red stitching ‘Red Carbon’ style dashboard, sports steering wheel and short shift gear lever.

The in-car entertainment system includes Peugeot Connect Navigation (RT6), audio, CD and satellite navigation system and Peugeot Connect USB Box with Bluetooth connectivity.

All models feature a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Peugeot RCZ Red Carbon models:

• 1.6-litre THP 156 petrol engine £26,000
• 1.6-litre THP 200 petrol engine £28,400
• 2.0-litre HDi 163 Diesel engine £27,850