The Peugeot ROA or RD is an Iranian made car (by Iran Khodro Co). It is a developed version of the Peugeot RD1600. The car is a combination of Paykan and Peugeot 405. The body of ROA is a copy from Peugeot 405 and its engine and chassis are developed and modified from Iran Khodro's Paykan's chassis. Contrary to all other Peugeot 405 versions, the ROA is a rear-wheel drive car.
Peugeot RD / ROA | |
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Overview | |
Production | 1997–2010 (RD) 2010–2016 (ROA) |
Body and chassis | |
Layout | Front engine / Rear-wheel drive |
Related | IKCO Arisun (pick-up version) |
Powertrain | |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual |
Dimensions | |
Length | 4,410 mm (173.6 in) |
Width | 1,714 mm (67.5 in) |
Height | 1,408 mm (55.4 in) |
Curb weight | 1,090 kg (2,403 lb) |
Chronology | |
Successor | IKCO Arisun (ute) |
Technically wise, The engine is the Rootes 1.6 Hillman Avenger[1][2] (which were used on Paykans since late 70s) and was mated to the Hunter drivetrain and suspension.[3]
A revised model released in 2010 known as Peugeot ROA uses 1,700 cc CNG engine. In older models, Iran Khodro used a modified version of the Paykan's 1.6-litre engine.[4]
The engine specifications are as follows:[3]