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Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne 80 kWh (1114 Hp)
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Hispano Suiza Carmen:
Hispano-Suiza is a Spanish automotive company. It was founded in 1904 by Marc Birkigt and Damián Mateu as an automobile manufacturer and by the 1930s had several factories in Spain and one in France that produced luxury cars, aircraft engines, trucks and weapons.
In 1923, its French luxury car arm became a semi-autonomous partnership with the Spanish parent company. In 1937, the French arm was taken over by the French state for war production and after World War II continued as an independent aviation engine and components manufacturer under the Hispano-Suiza name. In 1968, the company was taken over by the aerospace company Snecma, which is now part of the French Safran Group. Meanwhile, during the Spanish Civil War, Hispano-Suiza's Spanish factories in Barcelona and Seville were taken over by both sides for war production. In 1946, its Spanish assets were taken over by the truck manufacturer ENASA....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Boulogne Overview:
Hispano Suiza Carmen (Boulogne). With a weight of 1630 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 2.6 s). The top speed reaches 290 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.
80 kWh (1114 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The dual-motor electric powertrain delivers astonishing performance, with 1114 Hp and 1600 Nm of torque enabling a blistering 0-100 km/h in just 2.6 seconds, placing it firmly in hypercar territory.
Fuel Economy
With an 80 kWh battery, the Carmen Boulogne offers an impressive 400 km (NEDC) all-electric range, balancing extreme performance with a respectable touring capability for an EV hypercar, though real-world consumption will vary with driving style.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Mind-blowing electric performance and acceleration
- • Exquisite design and bespoke craftsmanship
- • Exclusive and limited production for ultimate rarity
- • Advanced battery technology and respectable electric range
- • Instantaneous torque delivery provides thrilling driving dynamics
Cons:
- • Extremely high price point and ownership costs
- • Limited practicality as a two-seater coupe
- • Charging infrastructure dependence for long trips
- • Very specific niche appeal, not for everyone
- • Lack of independent safety ratings due to low production volume
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Carmen: 2019 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hispano Suiza |
| Model: | Carmen |
| Generation: | Boulogne |
| Modification (Engine): | 80 kWh (1114 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 2.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 2.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 290 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 1.5 kg/Hp, 683.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1 kg/Nm, 981.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 2.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1630 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4733 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2040 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1242 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 m [above average] |
| Climb angle: | 30° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | Two electric motors drive the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x34 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 380x34 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: 265/30 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 80 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-polymer (LiPo) |
| Battery location: | In the central tunnel |
| System power: | 1114 Hp |
| System torque: | 1600 Nm @ 0-6500 rpm. |
| All-electric range: | 400 km |
| Electric motor power: | 557 Hp |
| Average Energy consumption: | 24 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (NEDC): | 24 kWh/100 km |
| All-electric range (NEDC): | 400 km |
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