Peugeot 9X8 Hypercar: unveiled without rear spoiler at Beijing 2026

Peugeot is showcasing its 9X8 hypercar at Beijing 2026, a hybrid prototype without a rear spoiler that competes in the World Endurance Championship. Learn about its design and engine.
Peugeot has unveiled the 9X8 hypercar, a racing prototype designed for the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship, at the 2026 Beijing Motor Show. It made its debut in Asia with a refreshed livery for the 2026 season.D.Novikov for Tarantas.NewsThe most striking thing about the Peugeot 9X8 is that it lacks the traditional rear spoiler. Downforce is generated through complex body and ground aerodynamics in accordance with the category’s regulations. The design uses the brand’s characteristic high-contrast graphics and LED elements reminiscent of its series models.D.Novikov for Tarantas.NewsThe hypercar uses a hybrid system: a gasoline engine combined with an electric module, offering four-wheel drive. This configuration increases efficiency and meets the Tarantas requirements of the FIA ​​WEC. This new prototype aims to compete internationally and reflects the company’s progress in hybrid systems and aerodynamics. The 9X8 exhibition is part of Peugeot’s strategy to promote electrification and strengthen its presence in global motorsport.

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