Bugatti Tourbillon: Der Chiron-Nachfolger bricht alle Rekorde – In 10 Sekunden auf 300 km/h

Bugatti Tourbillon: Achieves 300 in 10 Seconds with New Hybrid

Bugatti releases astounding details on the successor to Chiron…

When the Bugatti Veyron debuted in the early 2000s, it caused quite a few jaws to drop. The first road car to boast over 1,000 horsepower had a number of impressive specifications. Two decades later, we've largely become accustomed to vehicles hitting that thousand horsepower benchmark.

Yet, whenever Bugatti unveils something fresh, attention quickly turns towards the luxury brand. Their latest offering, the Bugatti Tourbillon—pronounced "Tour-bee-yon" (a term from the world of watchmaking)—is intriguing. Visually, at a quick glance, it appears quite similar to its predecessor, the Chiron. It brings to mind the recent updates to the BMW 1 Series or the latest Mini five-door model.

However, the W16 has evolved into a V16, and the newly developed hybrid powertrain promises to deliver even more impressive driving dynamics, propelling this newly assembled masterpiece to a projected top speed of 445 km/h, assuming one has access to the "Speed Key".

Photo Gallery: Bugatti Tourbillon

This instance surpasses the usual top speed limit of 380 km/h. It accelerates from a standstill to 400 km/h in 25 seconds, hitting 300 km/h at the 10-second mark, and reaching 200 km/h in a mere five seconds. Ideally, one should avoid eating too much before experiencing such driving performance.

The latest 8.3-liter V16 engine generates 1,000 horsepower and 900 Nm of torque. Complementing this are two electric motors at the front each producing 250 kW and 3,000 Nm of torque, along with another motor at the rear delivering 240 Nm of torque. Altogether, the system packs a powerful punch with a combined 1,800 horsepower for a vehicle weight of 1,995 kilograms, nearly achieving a one-to-one ratio of horsepower to kilogram.

An eight-speed DCT transmission equipped with an electronic limited-slip differential ensures that the overwhelming power is efficiently transmitted to the road. This is supported by the use of large 345/30 R21 wheels at the rear and 285/35 R20 wheels at the front. According to the WLTP standards, the new vehicle can travel 60 kilometers solely on electric power. It includes an oil-cooled 800-volt 25-kWh battery.

Bugatti Timepiece

Alongside the retirement of the W16 engine, the practice of naming key models after iconic Bugatti racing drivers from history is also coming to an end. The moniker 'Tourbillon' is a nod to Bugatti's French roots and is intended to encapsulate the essence of the vehicle. Since 1801, a tourbillon has been used in timepieces to counteract the effects of gravity, ensuring accurate timekeeping.

A classic innovation that the new Bugatti also aims to embrace. The Tourbillon reflects the Chiron's front-end design. Only subtle stylistic and aerodynamic modifications can be seen. At the rear, the curved silhouette of the light strip featuring the encased illuminated Bugatti logo stands out. Three large fins extend from the roof to the rear.

Interior of the Bugatti Tourbillon

Every aspect of the design and dimensions has been tailored to a brand-new frame that prioritizes performance, enabling the vehicle to exceed speeds of 400 km/h. The rear wing is designed to remain retracted at such high velocities, only deploying at lower speeds to increase downforce and enhance stability during deceleration.

The interior features a centerpiece dashboard, also designed with the expertise of Swiss watchmakers, and constructed from over 600 components made of titanium and precious stones such as sapphire and ruby. The central panel is made of crystal glass and aluminum. In a departure from the norm, the car's sole screen is completely hidden from view.

Unless one desires to view it, the touchscreen emerges from the top of the center console in portrait mode within two seconds for uses such as the rearview camera. In landscape orientation, the entire process takes five seconds.

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The Tourbillon is now entering its testing phase, with prototypes currently hitting the roads. So, keep your eyes and ears peeled. That unidentifiable brief sound you just heard might well have been a successor to the Chiron. The delivery of a total of 250 units is scheduled to begin in 2026. Price tag: starting at 3.8 million euros. Each piece, however, is handcrafted in the Bugatti workshop in Molsheim.

Source: Bugatti

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