Peugeot to offer rectangular-shaped steering wheels from 2026

The Hypersquare will be paired with Peugeot's 21-inch panoramic curved infotainment system, positioned on the dashboard.

According to reports, Peugeot's rectangular-steering wheel 'Hypersquare', previewed on its Inception Concept car in 2023, will enter production in 2026.

Linda Jackson, CEO, Peugeot, confirmed that the rectangular steering wheel will come with steer-by-wire technology. The timeline for its introduction coincides with the arrival of the band's 208 supermini and 2008 crossover offerings. Jackson stated that the rectangular steering wheel has already been installed on test vehicles and trialled by "customers across Europe".

The Hypersquare will be paired with Peugeot's 21-inch panoramic curved infotainment system, positioned on the dashboard.

Peugeot CEO, stated, "The next stage for us is going to be Hypersquare." Jackson, further mentioned, "We’re going to take and evolve the steering control. We’ve moved from a beautiful, round, little steering wheel, into a very ‘tech’ arena, which is more based on a gaming-type idea."

The CEO further explained, "Not only do we think it’s technically superior, but it’s also linked to another technology in steer-by-wire, which is important as it enhances something that is absolutely fundamental for Peugeot: the pleasure of driving. It’s agile, flexible and offers easy agility, and that’s what we want to create."

She also stated, "While we all love to have a car that looks beautiful, is it beautiful inside? Is it practical? Is it ergonomically designed around you? Does it give you the right infotainment? For me, the interior becomes more important than the exterior."

Source: Autocar UK