8 of 16 images are displayed Production amounted to 450 units in a span of over 10 years. [7] May noted that at top speed the engine consumes 45,000L (9,900impgal) of air per minute (as much as a human breathes in four days). The driver, Anthony Liu, claimed "Even at such high speeds it remained incredibly comfortable and stable. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Bernar Venet. Delivery of the hyper sports cars with a price tag of 3.2 million euros (net) is scheduled to start early 2022. The most successful versions was the type 55 and type 57S; with around forty of each built. The chassis has been extensively tweaked to remain safe, in order to cope with the additional power and increased speed. [8] The 431.072km/h (267.856mph) mark was reached by averaging the Super Sport's two test runs, the first reaching 427.933km/h (265.905mph) and the second 434.211km/h (269.806mph). The larger circuit contains 40 liters of coolant water in three radiators in the front section of the vehicle to keep the engine at operating temperature. was in a similar situation when their existing customers asked the company, not only to design their next model optically different but also to create a sportier version with a more extreme driving experience. Revisions include a slightly raised main-spring travel, stronger stabilisers, and new shock absorbers with a complex architecture similar to which used in racing. 1, D-73760 Ostfildern, Germany and at www.dat.de. At speeds above 200 km/h it provides additional optimisation of braking performance. With lateral acceleration results of up to 1.4 g and improved interaction between the tyres and the intelligent all-wheel drive system, the Super Sport offers perfect handling and even more powerful acceleration. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse is a targa top version of the Veyron Super Sport. Centodieci: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 40.31 / medium phase 22.15 / high phase 17.89 / extra high phase 17.12 / combined 21.47; CO2 emissions combined, g / km: NA; efficiency class: G, Chiron: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 44.56 / medium phase 24.80 / high phase 21.29 / extra high phase 21.57 / combined 25.19; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 571.64; efficiency class: G, Chiron Pur Sport: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 44.56 / medium phase 24.80 / high phase 21.29 / extra high phase 21.57 / combined 25.19; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 571.64; efficiency class: G, Chiron Sport: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 44.56 / medium phase 24.80 / high phase 21.29 / extra high phase 21.57 / combined 25.19; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 571.64; efficiency class: G, Chiron Super Sport: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 40.31 / medium phase 22.15 / high phase 17.89 / extra high phase 17.12 / combined 21.47; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 486.72; efficiency class: G, Chiron Super Sport300+: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 40.31 / medium phase 22.15 / high phase 17.89 / extra high phase 17.12 / combined 21.47; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 486.72; efficiency class: G, Divo: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 43,33 / medium phase 22,15 / high phase 17,99 / extra high phase 18,28 / combined 22,32; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 505,61; efficiency class: G, La Voiture Noire: WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 43,33 / medium phase 22,15 / high phase 17,99 / extra high phase 18,28 / combined 22,32; CO2 emissions combined, g/km: 505,61; efficiency class: G. W16 Mistral: This model is not subject to Directive 1999/94/EC, as type approval has not yet been granted. The next car, the EB218, was a 4-door saloon presented at the 1999 Geneva Motor Show. Offered in its original factory specification, it's finished in Matt Black and features a Carmine Red leather interior with carbon fiber door inserts. For the Veyron, Bugatti worked in partnership with Michelin to develop the world's first mass-produced tire that can withstand speeds in the region of 400 km/h. This car's exterior design features the iconic "V" shaped front grille and an additional exhaust system below its rear lights. The CHIRON family is multi-faceted. Modified air vents improve the airflow and cooling efficiency. 1,200 PS, a maximum torque of 1,500 Nm, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 415 km/h 2010 the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport made experts and car fans all around the world marvel at this performance data and shone bright as the new star in the super sports car sky. [103] In 2011, the new CEO Wolfgang Drheimer revealed that the company was planning to produce two models in the future one a sports car-successor to the Veyron, the other a limousine known as the Bugatti 16C Galibier, which was later cancelled since Bugatti was later then working on a successor to the Veyron, which became the Bugatti Chiron.[104]. Images (1 of 11) Overview (2) TDU 2:Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport. Bugatti Chiron: $2.9 Million. Previous The Veyron 16.4 Super Sport expanded the limits of possibility in the automotive sector even further and set new benchmarks. A replacement transmission for the Veyron costs just over US$120,000. This car is the final Veyron Edition tuned by Mansory and has a marble coloured exterior paintwork. The D'oro's exterior design is identical to its predecessor's but it has a few differences such as the gold paint on the badge, rims and other features. YouTuber Destroys Hummer EV Truck's Suspension Minutes After Taking Delivery, All-New 2023 Honda Pilot Is Bigger, More Powerful, And TrailSportier Than Ever, New Honda e:N2 Electric Concept Looks Nothing Like The Prologue, American-Made Genesis Electrified GV70 Coming To LA Auto Show, TEASED: Audi Q8 e-tron And Q8 e-tron Sportback Electric SUVs Coming This Week, Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato Off-Road Supercar To Be Revealed In December As Last Non-Electrified Lambo, 2010-2022 CarBuzz Inc. All Rights Reserved. [45] 549. The commentary focused on Bugatti's "amazing technical achievement" versus the "non-gizmo" racing purity of the F1. The Veyron includes a sound system designed and built by Burmester Audiosysteme.[11]. The front section is dominated by larger and completely redesigned air vents. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is available to both Racers and the Cops and comes with three new solo events that are tailored to this car's unique capabilities. The CHIRON Super Sport is the ultimate Grand Tourisme, delivering brutal performance in total comfort. When the standard version was tested in 2008, it did not reach the top of the lap time leader board, with a time of 1:18.3, which was speculated as being due to the car's considerable weight disadvantage against the other cars towards the top. German inspection officials recorded an average top speed of the original version at 408.47km/h (253.81mph)[7] during test sessions on Volkswagen Group's private Ehra-Lessien test track on 19 April 2005. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sports flat, elongated form is immediately recognizable. Still, we could not let go of the idea of reaching the 400 km/h mark with this car as well. Between October 1998 and September 1999, Bugatti introduced a series of Giugiaro-designed concept vehicles, each with permanent four-wheel drive and powered by the Volkswagen-designed W18 engine. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Le Ciel Californien. This is a concept study and therefore not subject to Directive 1999/94/EC. Newer Than: Search this thread only; Search this forum only. In the past, had a model been especially popular or highly successful in races, Ettore Bugattis customers often pushed the master to tease out a few more horsepower for their future car. Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. [24] This gives it a drag area, the product of drag coefficient and frontal area, of CdA=0.74m2 (8.0sqft). The most important technical element on the Veyron in this regard is the rear wing. The development of the Veyron was one of the greatest technological challenges ever known in the automotive industry. A few episodes later, May drove the Veyron at the VW test track and took it to its top speed of 407.16km/h (253.00mph). Size: 108 KB. The process also drew on the experiences of other industries in which materials and systems are routinely subject to extreme speeds and forces, such as aviation and space travel. This gives the car a more precise control of the wheels and the car as a whole. In addition, titanium was used for the brake disc hub instead of the usual stainless steel. 10/27/2022 A Molsheim Milestone: the 400th Bugatti Chiron 10/25/2022 Bugatti Grand Tour explores Sardinia: jewel of the Mediterranean [20] It also has permanent all-wheel drive using the Haldex Traction system. The Bugatti Veyron has a total of ten radiators:[22]. The focus of the review was with respect to what may constitute a modification to a car's standard specification. The Veyron is an iconic vehicle, the supercar that catapulted BUGATTI into the modern landscape of Automotive. It is the first and the only supercar to be developed and constructed with a series configuration that can master any driving scenario at any time. James May described the Veyron as "our Concorde moment". This was an important criterion which the developers had to fulfill in order to ensure the vehicles suitability for everyday driving. WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 40.31 / medium phase 22.15 / high phase 17.89 / extra high phase 17.12 / combined 21.47; CO, WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 44.56 / medium phase 24.80 / high phase 21.29 / extra high phase 21.57 / combined 25.19; CO, WLTP fuel consumption, l/100 km: low phase 43,33 / medium phase 22,15 / high phase 17,99 / extra high phase 18,28 / combined 22,32; CO. At the same time, the wing and spoiler deploy. The fuel tank also had to be redesigned. BUGATTI Veyron Accessories are now available: a roster of exclusive, authentic components to bring out the personality of the Veyron. The shape and style of the Veyron are strongly based on the historical design DNA of the brand. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is a faster, more powerful version of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4. [20] The tyres can be mounted on the wheels only in France, a service which costs US$70,000. It has an orange body detailing, orange wheels, and a special black exposed carbon body. Bugatti Editions. The center line and horseshoe-shaped radiator grille also bridge the gap between the early Bugatti models and the present day. Consequently, the vehicle's record set at 431.072 km/h is no longer valid." Certain components were designed in conjunction with development partners from the aerospace industry. On normal roads, the Vitesse is electronically limited to 375km/h (233mph). Barely any parts, components or systems could be taken from existing car concepts and used in the Veyron. With a 0-100 time of 2.5 seconds and maximum 1,200 hp, your machine won't just . The bottom air slot extends into the wheel wells on the sides, giving the supercar a bold look. Bugatti will soon begin with the manufacture of the Chiron Super Sport in Molsheim, France. Volkswagen designed the car merely as a technical exercise. 1. As an added safety feature, in the event of brake failure, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) has also been installed on the handbrake. This commitment lives on today: the designers gave the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport an utterly unique appearance and at the same time, every single exterior modification serves to improve performance. The Veyron 16.4 harmoniously combines athletic performance and elegant form, bringing the proud history that is part of theBugatti-DNAinto the present. the Veyron 16.4 Bugatti continued the brand tradition of developing Super Sport versions of successful models with the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport. The Super Sport has increased engine power output of 1,200PS (883kW; 1,184hp) at 6,400 rpm and a maximum torque of 1,500Nm (1,106lbft) at 3,0005,000 rpm and a revised aerodynamic package. Rather than scoops above the engine, the 16-cylinder engine is now fed air from two NACA ducts integrated into the roof. The Veyron 16.4 Sup Show. Sophisticated airflow patterns were devised to conduct sufficient cooling air to the vehicles ten radiators and extract hot air without compromising the vehicle design a key consideration. The width is 1,998mm (78.7in) and height 1,204mm (47.4in). [8] The Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse was the fastest roadster in the world, reaching an averaged top speed of 408.84km/h (254.04mph) in a test on 6 April 2013. Introduced with a horizontal colour split with a bright yellow body framed in visible black carbon (including black-tinted wheels), seats in yellow-coloured leather upholstery with black stitching, middle console in black carbon, dashboard, steering wheel and gearshift made of black leather with yellow stitching. With representatives of the Guinness Book of Records and German Technical Inspection Agency (TV) on hand, Raphanel made passes around the big oval in both directions achieving an average maximum speed of 431.072km/h (267.856mph), thus taking back the title from the SSC Ultimate Aero TT as the fastest production vehicle of all time. [17], The Veyron EB 16.4 is named in honor of Pierre Veyron, a Bugatti development engineer, test driver and company race driver who, with co-driver Jean-Pierre Wimille, won the 1939 24 Hours of Le Mans while driving a Bugatti. Bugatti set the benchmark even higher with the plan of turning thesupercar into a luxury road car suitable for everyday use. You'll also like: $300,000 Bugatti Pool Table Keeps Itself LevelEven on a Boat Insane Bugatti Chiron Terracross Concept is the Ultimate Off-Roading Hypercar SOLD: $435,000 Mido Worn By Mr. Bugatti Himself With the car's acceleration from 80km/h (50mph) to 312km/h (194mph), that test can be performed every 22seconds. The heart and soul of the Veyron is the 8.0-liter W16 engine with four turbochargers, which initially generated 1,001 PS, and an incredible 1,200 PS in later models. ", On 15 April 2013, Bugatti's speed record was confirmed: "Following a thorough review conducted with a number of external experts, Guinness World Records is pleased to announce the confirmation of Bugatti's record of Fastest production car achieved by the Veyron 16.4 SuperSport. Secondly, it increases the air resistance, as when an aircraft is landing. Bolide: This is a concept study and therefore not subject to Directive 1999/94/EC. At high speeds, the airbrake alone causes deceleration of up to 0.6 G. It is activated via the brake pressure. 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All three former presenters of the popular BBC motoring show Top Gear have given the Veyron considerable praise. The specified fuel consumption and emission data have been determined according to the measurement procedures prescribed by law. The Super Sport version of the Veyron is one of the fastest street-legal production cars in the world, with a top speed of 431.072km/h (267.856mph). Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+, Bugatti Centodieci, Bugatti Bolide: These models are not subject to Directive 1999/94/EC, as type approval have not yet been granted. The engine in the Vitesse variant has a maximum power output of 1,200PS (883kW; 1,184bhp) at 6,400 rpm and a maximum torque of 1,500Nm (1,100lbft) at 3,0005,000 rpm. It extensively uses carbon fibre in the interior and exterior as well. The standard Veyron also won Top Gear's Best Car Driven All Year award in 2005. If so, the rear spoiler retracts, the front air diffusers shut, and normal 12.5cm (4.9in) ground clearance drops to 6.5cm (2.6in). This model is reminiscent of the Bugatti Type 35. The new rear section features a double diffuser and wide, central exhaust for a sporty look. We wish you a splendid journey. [48], The model was unveiled in 2010 at The Quail, followed by the 2010 Monterey Historic Races at Laguna Seca, and the 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. At the time, this kind of system was not available in the automotive industry. Each accessory comes with a two-year warranty. On 10 April 2013, it was written on its website: "Guinness World Records would like to confirm that Bugatti's record has not been disqualified; the record category is currently under review. Even more than 15 years after its launch, the supercar is still setting benchmarks and inspiring emotion and enthusiasm across the globe. One exciting detail of tire development is the new tire pressure sensor that had to be developed for the Veyron. Designers and technicians worked together to harmoniously integrate all functions in the cockpit, giving the Veyron the unique atmosphere and quality of a Bugatti. ", "Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport breaks landspeed worldrecord! The increased performance of the 16-cylinder engine is primarily due to the use of four larger turbochargers and intercoolers. Since it left the factory, it's only been. Top Gear - Bugatti Veyron vs avion de vntoare Eurofighter; Top Gear - Stig testeaz Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 - 1 minut 18.3 secunde - 1 minut 16.8 secunde pentru versiunea Super Sport; Top Gear - Bugatti Veyron vs Mclaren F1; Legturi externe. The high-performance sports cars chassis was meticulously reworked to enable the unique driving power to be safely controlled. 2014 Bugatti Veyron Release Date - Recent reports revel tht the Volkswagen Group re plnning to mke second genertion Bugatti Veyron tht will feture more power nd higher top speed. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Coupe powered by 8.0L W16 Gas Engine with 7-Speed Direct Shift automatic transmission. In the year of its market launch the Veyron 16.4 already set up a speed record for street cars. Bugatti added the Pur Sport model to the Chiron lineup for 2021. The electronic limiter is also removed with this version. [27], The car's normal top speed is listed at 343km/h (213mph). A powerful torque of 1,500 Nm enables even higher acceleration values when coming out of a turn. The Veyron features an 8.0-litre, quad-turbocharged, W16 cylinder engine, equivalent to two narrow-angle V8 engines bolted together. [35][36] It has extensive reinforcements to compensate for the lack of a standard roof[37] and small changes to the windshield and running lights. Instead of bonnet scoops, the 16-cylinder engine is ventilated by two NACA ducts in the roof. With 1,200 BHP this is the fastest car without nitrous assistance, but be warned, it needs a road surface to give it the grip it needs. The Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 is a mid-engine sports car, designed and developed in Germany by the Volkswagen Group and Bugatti and manufactured in Molsheim, France, by French automobile manufacturer Bugatti. 1,200 PS, a maximum torque of 1,500 Nm, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and a top speed of 415 km/h - 2010 the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport made experts and car fans all around the world marvel at this performance data and shone bright as the new star in the super sports car sky. A specially developed aluminum alloy and pristine leather dominate the spacious interior design. [14], In October 1999, Bugatti unveiled a fourth concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. . The Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is completely sold out. The perfect balance between low drag and downforce improves performance and stability, even at speeds over 420 km/h. Top speed mode must be entered while the vehicle is at rest. The first car, the EB 118, was a 2-door luxury coup presented at the 1998 Paris Motor Show. Description | Share this. A number of special editions of the Vitesse were made: In 2013, Bugatti produced a series of Vitesse dedicated to racing legends, including Jean-Pierre Wimille,[68][69] Jean Bugatti,[70][71] Meo Costantini,[72] and Ettore Bugatti. The fact that we have succeeded in reaching 408.84 km/h is a thrill for me, and it reaffirms once again that Bugatti is the leader when it comes to technology in the international automotive industry." The focused finish in this treatment will return buyers $ 3.6 million, but it offers suspension upgrades, a lower weight of 110 pounds, and a rear spoiler that provides extra power down. The 16-cylinder mid-engine is 710 mm in length, no longer than a conventional V12 engine, and weighs just 490 kg due to its lightweight construction. the specifications that the new supercar was supposed to meet: over 1,000 hp, a top speed of over 400 km/h and the ability to accelerate from 0 to 100 in under three seconds. According to Volkswagen Group and certified by TV Sddeutschland, the W16 engine utilised by the Veyron has a power output of 736kW (987hp; 1,001PS), and generates 1,250Nm (922lbfft) of torque.[4][25][26]. Clarkson test drove the Veyron from Alba in northern Italy to London in a race against May and Richard Hammond who made the journey in a Cessna 182 aeroplane. Top speed is limited to 415 km/h, to protect the tyres, but the specifications of the Super Sport will be identical to the world record car. [98], This car has a second generation known as the Viviere Diamond Edition which has been made on the same basis. The Super Sport will be limited to only 30 with a price tag of $AUD5.5 million, and according to Bugatti are already sold out. Such an extraordinary vehicle deserves accessories that match its pioneering spirit and exquisite design and technology. Bugatti continued the brand tradition of developing Super Sport versions of successful models with the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport. At the time, the direct-shift gearbox used in the Veyron was a uniquely perfect combination of the dynamic advantages of a manual gearbox with the convenience of an automatic transmission. The Veyron 16.4 Super Sport expanded the limits of possibility in the automotive sector even further and set new benchmarks. This system cools the charged air and helps, for instance, to prevent the car from overheating in slow traffic, which is a common problem in high-performance sports cars. The front air intakes have been expanded and reshaped, with the lower one extending elegantly around the sides to the wheel arch. It is limited to five units. While the F1 was quicker off the line and remained ahead until both cars were travelling at approximately 200km/h (124mph), the Bugatti overtook its competitor from 200 to 300km/h (124 to 186mph) and emerged the victor. Every detail of this car, and not just its use of advanced motorsport technology, stems back to the pioneering spirit of company founder Ettore Bugatti. The Grand Sport edition was limited to 150 units, with the first 50 going exclusively to registered Bugatti customers. The Veyron is the first and the only supercar to be developed and constructed with a series configuration that can master any driving scenario at any time. to develop the Veyron to reach new dimensions. Larger turbochargers and bigger intercoolers have been used to increase the power of the eight litre, 16-cylinder engine. The skin is made entirely of carbon-fibre composites, and the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is available in full body clear-lacquered exposed carbon on request. The Veyron's brakes use cross drilled, radially vented carbon fibre reinforced silicon carbide (C/SiC) composite discs, manufactured by SGL Carbon, which have less brake fade and weigh less than standard cast iron discs.