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Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport 8.0 W16 (1500 Hp) AWD DSG
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Bugatti Chiron:
The Bugatti Chiron is a mid-engine two-seater sports car designed and developed in Germany by Bugatti Engineering GmbH. It was manufactured in Molsheim, France, by French automobile manufacturer Bugatti Automobiles S. A. S. The successor to the Bugatti Veyron, the Chiron was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show on 1 March 2016. The car's design was initially previewed with the Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo concept car unveiled at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show.
The car is named after the Monégasque driver Louis Chiron. The car shares the name with the 1999 Bugatti 18/3 Chiron concept car....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Chiron Overview:
Bugatti Chiron (Chiron). With 1600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1995 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2.3 s). The top speed reaches 350 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Bugatti Chiron, as an ultra-low volume hypercar, has not undergone Euro NCAP or similar public crash testing. Its advanced carbon fiber monocoque and robust engineering ensure inherent structural integrity and occupant protection.
Pur Sport 8.0 W16 (1500 Hp) AWD DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Optimized for agility and track performance, this 1500 Hp variant offers slightly quicker acceleration to 100 km/h than the Super Sport, focusing on dynamic handling.
Fuel Economy
Despite its track focus, the 1500 Hp W16 engine still consumes fuel at a prodigious rate, estimated around 22.5 l/100 km combined.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled W16 engine performance and sound
- • Exquisite craftsmanship and luxury interior
- • Exceptional exclusivity and brand prestige
- • Breathtaking acceleration and top speed capabilities
- • Advanced engineering and technological marvel
Cons:
- • Astronomical purchase price and running costs
- • Extremely high fuel consumption
- • Limited practicality for daily use
- • Very expensive maintenance and insurance
- • Significant depreciation for some variants
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Chiron: 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Bugatti |
| Model: | Chiron |
| Generation: | Chiron |
| Modification (Engine): | Pur Sport 8.0 W16 (1500 Hp) AWD DSG |
| Start of production: | March, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 1500 Hp @ 6700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 187.7 Hp/l [86mm less] |
| Torque: | 1600 Nm @ 2000-6000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DALA More details about the engine DALA |
| Engine displacement: | 7993 |
| Number of cylinders: | 16 |
| Engine configuration: | W-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | 4 Turbochargers, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 25.19 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 44.56 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 24.80 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 21.29 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 21.57 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 350 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 1.3 kg/Hp, 751.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1.2 kg/Nm, 802 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 5.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 300 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.2 sec |
| 100 km/h - 0: | 31 m |
| 200 km/h - 0: | 124 m |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1995 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4647 mm mm [86mm less] |
| Width: | 2162 mm mm [21mm less] |
| Height: | 1212 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2711 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2162 mm |
| Front track: | 1776 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1695 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 90-115 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 420 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 400 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 285/30 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 10J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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