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Bugatti Chiron Sport 2018

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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Technical data

Chiron Sport is presented here with its key technical data: 1479 - 1480 ch, 1600 Nm, 2.3 s, 420 km/h. The recorded setup is DCT, 7 rapports.

Power
1479 - 1480 ch
Torque
1600 Nm
0-100 km/h
2.3 s
Top speed
420 km/h
Displacement
7993 cm3
Weight
1995 - 1996 kg
Dimensions
4544 x 2037 x 1212 mm
Consumption
10.5 - 22.4 L/100 km
Fuel types
Essence
Gearboxes
DCT, 7 rapports
Matched engine options
VersionPowerTorqueGearboxDrivetrain
8.0 W16 (1,500 HP)1480 ch1600 NmDCT, 7 rapports-
8.0L W16 7AT (1500 HP)1479 ch1600 NmDCT, 7 rapports-

Source: CarData.wiki

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 LĂ©gendes 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)

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