Bugatti Chiron Sport 2018

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron Sport is an enhanced version of the Chiron, unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2018. Designed to provide a more sporty driving experience, it retains the exceptional power of its predecessor while improving handling. Through technical modifications and weight reduction, the Chiron Sport is more agile, while maintaining the grand touring characteristics that define Bugatti. (newsroom.bugatti.com)

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History

The Chiron Sport was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2018. It is equipped with an 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 engine producing 1,500 horsepower and 1,600 Nm of torque. To enhance handling, Bugatti stiffened the suspension by 10% compared to the standard version and introduced a Dynamic Torque Vectoring system. Carbon fiber elements, such as the windshield wipers, contributed to an 18 kg weight reduction. The Chiron Sport is capable of reaching a top speed of 420 km/h. (newsroom.bugatti.com)

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Anecdotes

In November 2018, Bugatti collaborated with Lego to create a 1:1 scale replica of the Chiron entirely made of Lego bricks. This creation was showcased at the Los Angeles Auto Show, attracting the attention of car enthusiasts and Lego fans. (en.wikipedia.org)

Production

Production of the Chiron Sport began in late 2018, with a base price of €2.65 million net. The first deliveries to customers took place at the end of 2018. (newsroom.bugatti.com)

Press reception

The Chiron Sport was praised by the automotive press for its significant improvements in handling and performance, strengthening Bugatti's position in the high-performance hypercar segment. (goodwood.com)

Evolution

The Chiron Sport represents an evolution of the Chiron, focusing on enhancing dynamic performance. The modifications made allowed for a five-second reduction in lap time on the Nardò circuit compared to the standard version. These improvements have strengthened Bugatti's position in the high-performance hypercar segment. (newsroom.bugatti.com)

Variants

In 2019, Bugatti introduced the Chiron Sport '110 ans Bugatti' to celebrate the brand's 110th anniversary. This limited edition of 20 units features a carbon fiber body tinted in steel blue and accents reminiscent of the French flag. In 2020, the Chiron Sport 'Les Légendes du Ciel' was launched in homage to French fighter pilots, with an exterior finish in serpent gray and interior elements in 'Gaucho' leather. (newsroom.bugatti.com)

References

Première asiatique pour la Bugatti Chiron SportBugatti
Annonce de la première présentation asiatique de la Chiron Sport
Official: Bugatti Chiron SportGTspirit
Détails sur la présentation officielle de la Chiron Sport
Bugatti Chiron Sport – same power, better dynamicsPaultan
Analyse des améliorations dynamiques de la Chiron Sport
Chiron Sport – a Bugatti built for lap timesGoodwood
Présentation des capacités de la Chiron Sport sur circuit
Bugatti Chiron Sport Promises Improved HandlingMotorTrend
Détails sur les améliorations de maniabilité de la Chiron Sport
2018 Bugatti Chiron Sport Specs ReviewAutomobile-Catalog
Spécifications détaillées de la Chiron Sport 2018
Bugatti Chiron Sport 'Les Légendes du Ciel' – Bugatti NewsroomBugatti
Présentation de l'édition spéciale 'Les Légendes du Ciel'
Bugatti Chiron Sport Unveiled: Geneva Motor Show 2018ZigWheels
Annonce de la présentation de la Chiron Sport au Salon de Genève