1775-HP Bugatti Tourbillon Hypercar Merges Swiss Watch Precision with World-Splitting Power
A powerful hybrid setup
The Tourbillon’s Cosworth-assisted V-16 produces 986 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque. Three electric motors developed by parent company Rimac raise total output to 1775 horsepower. An eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive complete the powertrain. A roughly 21.0-kWh battery pack is said to provide about 30 miles of electric range.
Bugatti says the car can reach 60 mph in as little as 2.0 seconds and 250 mph in about 25 seconds. The figures have not yet been confirmed through testing, and driving impressions are not available.
Crafted cabin details
Rather than large infotainment screens and extensive driver aids, the cabin emphasizes milled switchgear, high-grade materials and a more connected driving experience. A Swiss watchmaker made the gauges, which use raised numbers and physical needles. The fixed-hub steering wheel rotates around them, keeping the instrument cluster unobstructed. The clear covers over the gauges and center console are made from machined sapphire glass; the cabin contains no plastic, according to the report.
Efficiency and buying options
EPA fuel-economy estimates for the Tourbillon have not been released. The car is a plug-in hybrid, but the report says it is unlikely to deliver high mileage; the Chiron was rated at 9 mpg city, 14 mpg highway and 11 mpg combined. For buyers considering a lightly used car, a model one to three years old may still have a warranty and cost less than a new one.
Key points
- The V-16 and three electric motors produce a combined 1775 horsepower.
- Bugatti claims a 0-to-60-mph time of as little as 2.0 seconds.
- A roughly 21.0-kWh battery is said to provide about 30 miles of electric range.
- The cabin features Swiss-made gauges and machined sapphire glass.