Chiron
Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016, the Bugatti Chiron succeeded the Veyron with an 8.0-liter W16 engine, four turbochargers, and an initial output of 1,500 PS. Designed and assembled in Molsheim, it combines all-wheel drive, a carbon-fiber monocoque, and a grand-touring interpretation of extreme performance. Production was limited to 500 cars, while the range gradually expanded into derivatives focused either on cornering ability or maximum speed. In the ScanRacer catalogue, the Chiron family covers the 2016–2022 model-year range and includes the Base, Sport, Pur Sport, Super Sport, and Profilée versions. The Chiron Profilée is a unique car developed from the Pur Sport concept but presented as a less radical and more elegant interpretation. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
Variants by year
2022
2021
2018
2016
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016, the Bugatti Chiron succeeded the Veyron with an 8.0-liter W16 engine, four turbochargers, and an initial output of 1,500 PS. Designed and assembled in Molsheim, it combines all-wheel drive, a carbon-fiber monocoque, and a grand-touring interpretation of extreme performance. Production was limited to 500 cars, while the range gradually expanded into derivatives focused either on cornering ability or maximum speed. In the ScanRacer catalogue, the Chiron family covers the 2016–2022 model-year range and includes the Base, Sport, Pur Sport, Super Sport, and Profilée versions. The Chiron Profilée is a unique car developed from the Pur Sport concept but presented as a less radical and more elegant interpretation. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
History
The Chiron name pays tribute to Louis Chiron, the Monegasque racing driver closely associated with Bugatti during the 1920s and 1930s. Bugatti announced the new model in November 2015 before presenting it publicly at Geneva in March 2016. Production began at the Molsheim atelier in autumn 2016, with the first customer deliveries following in 2017. The Chiron retained the Veyron formula of a W16 engine, four turbochargers, and exceptional grand-touring ability, while increasing power and making extensive use of carbon-fiber construction. The program was strictly limited to 500 cars. In 2018, the Chiron Sport introduced a more dynamic chassis setup without changing the stated power output. The Pur Sport followed in 2020 with a much stronger focus on cornering performance. Unveiled in 2021, the Super Sport emphasized high-speed running and used a 1,600-PS development of the W16. The Profilée appeared in December 2022 as a one-off car. Bugatti ultimately completed the final Chiron, named L’Ultime, in 2024, a date beyond ScanRacer’s listed model-year range. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
Generations
The Chiron is not divided into several officially named generations in the way a conventional family car might be. Instead, it represents one model family launched in 2016 as the successor to the Veyron and developed through several technical and styling derivatives. The common foundation is an 8.0-liter W16 engine, four turbochargers, all-wheel drive, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and a carbon-fiber monocoque. The Base version is the original 2016 interpretation, balancing extreme speed with comfort and grand-touring usability. The 2018 Chiron Sport retained the stated power output but added a firmer suspension, dynamic torque vectoring, and an approximately 18-kilogram weight reduction. The 2021 Pur Sport made more substantial dynamic changes, including reduced weight, shorter transmission ratios, dedicated chassis tuning, and a large fixed rear wing. The 2021 Super Sport used an elongated body and raised output to 1,600 PS. The 2022 Profilée should be understood as a unique special car rather than a separate generation. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
Key differences
The main differences between Chiron versions involve chassis tuning, aerodynamics, weight, and intended use. The Base model emphasizes the family’s overall balance. The Sport retains the 1,500-PS output but adds firmer suspension settings in Handling mode, dynamic torque vectoring, and distinctive exterior details including four round exhaust outlets. The Pur Sport is more uncompromising, with increased aerodynamic downforce, shorter transmission ratios, specialized tires, and a stated 50-kilogram weight reduction aimed at winding roads. The Super Sport uses an elongated body optimized for very high-speed running, a 1,600-PS W16, and a stated top speed of 440 km/h. The Profilée combines several Pur Sport ideas with a less extreme presentation, an elegant fixed rear wing, and one-off production status. These distinctions are confirmed by Bugatti’s technical descriptions; the precise equipment of individual cars can still vary because the brand offered extensive customization. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a Chiron, start with the family’s shared features: the horseshoe grille, strong central character line, side air intakes, carbon-fiber passenger cell, and horizontal rear lighting signature. The Chiron Sport can usually be recognized by its dedicated wheel design, four round exhaust outlets, and Sport badging. The Pur Sport stands out through its large fixed rear wing, more open front treatment, magnesium wheels, and visibly stronger aerodynamic focus. The Super Sport has a longer rear body, vertically stacked exhaust outlets, and additional openings above the front fenders. The Profilée uses a sweeping fixed rear wing integrated into a smoother tail, together with a larger horseshoe grille and wider front air inlets. Identification should be based on several details rather than paint alone, because Bugatti offered extensive personalization. Some cars may also combine optional trim elements with the standard visual identity of their version, making photographs of the wheels, rear treatment, exhaust layout, and badging especially useful. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
Important versions
The 2016 Chiron Base established the family with 1,500 PS and a grand-touring interpretation of extreme performance. The 2018 Chiron Sport delivered sharper handling without an announced power increase. The 2021 Pur Sport became the corner-focused version, using reduced weight, shorter gearing, and a large fixed rear wing. The 2021 Super Sport emphasized straight-line speed through its 1,600-PS engine and elongated bodywork. The Chiron Super Sport 300+, derived from the wider Chiron program, is associated with the near-production prototype that reached 304.773 mph, or 490.484 km/h, but it should not be confused with the regular-production Super Sport. The 2022 Profilée is a one-off car developed as a more elegant interpretation of the Pur Sport. These versions illustrate the range’s two main directions: sharper lateral performance and higher-speed grand touring. (newsroom.bugatti.com)
References
- The new Bugatti is to be called Chiron – World Premiere in Geneva in 2016Bugatti Newsroom
- Geneva International Motor Show 2016: Bugatti Chiron – world premiereBugatti Newsroom
- Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport – a pure driving machineBugatti Newsroom
- The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport – The Quintessence of Luxury and SpeedBugatti Newsroom
- The Bugatti Chiron Profilée: an automotive solitaireBugatti Newsroom
- L’Ultime: celebrating the end of the incomparable Chiron eraBugatti Newsroom
- Chiron Super Sport 300+ – the fastest BugattiBugatti Newsroom
- https://fastautoexit.com/research/bugatti-chiron/fastautoexit.com
Technical specifications
Structured data available for versions linked to this model.
| Version | Power | Torque | Top speed | Drivetrain | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 1103.3 KW @ 6700 RPM 1500 HP @ 6700 RPM 1480 BHP @ 6700 RPM | 1180 lb-ft @ 2000-6000 RPM 1600 Nm @ 2000-6000 RPM | 261 mph (420 km/h) | All Wheel Drive / 7-speed automatic (DSG) | Gasoline |
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Bugatti Chiron produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 2016 - 2022.
- How many Bugatti Chiron examples are documented on ScanRacer?
- 44 published scans from 30 members, with the latest photo added in August 2026.
- What is the power output of the Bugatti Chiron?
- The sourced technical data lists 1103.3 KW @ 6700 RPM 1500 HP @ 6700 RPM 1480 BHP @ 6700 RPM.