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Bugatti Divo
Bugatti Divo unvelling at the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show
Overview
ManufacturerBugatti Automobiles S.A.S.
Production2018–present
(40 units planned)
AssemblyFrance: Alsace, Molsheim
Body and chassis
ClassSports car (S)
Body style2-door coupé
LayoutMid-engine, all-wheel-drive
Related
Powertrain
Engine8.0 L (488 cu in) quad-turbocharged W16
Power output1,103 kW (1,500 PS; 1,479 hp)
Transmission7-speed dual-clutch
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,711 mm (106.7 in)
Length4,641 mm (182.7 in)
Width2,018 mm (79.4 in)
Height1,212 mm (47.7 in)
Kerb weight1,961 kg (4,323 lb) (est)

The Bugatti Divo is a mid-engine track-focused sports car developed and manufactured by Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. The car is named after French racing driver Albert Divo, who raced for Bugatti in the 1920s winning the Targa Florio race twice.[1]

Specifications and features

Rear view

The car takes inspiration from the Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic along with the Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo concept in terms of design and has track performance as its main focus. The car includes a redesigned exhaust system featuring quad exhaust pipes, a 1.8 metre wide fixed rear wing (23% wider than the retractable wing on the Chiron), a NACA duct on the roof that channels air to the rear of the car on a central fin and ultimately on the rear wing for improved downforce, a large front chin spoiler, more refined side skirts, larger air intakes on the front, new head lamps and tail lamps, a vent in the bonnet for improved radiator cooling and vents on the front wheel arches to cool the brakes.

The interior in the Divo is relatively similar to the more luxurious Chiron, but has Alcantara upholstery and carbon-fibre trim in order to save weight.

Other notable changes include stiffer springs and dampers, carbon-fibre wiper blades and intercooler shroud, grooved wheel spokes, reduced sound insulation, a lighter sound system and removal of the storage lockers present in the doors and centre console for a weight saving of 35 kg (77 lb) over the Chiron Sport. The engine, a quad-turbocharged W16 unit, is retained from the Chiron along with the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.[2]

Performance

The car is 8.0 seconds quicker than the Chiron around the Nardò test track according to the manufacturer and generates 456 kg (1,005 lb) of downforce at top speed, 90 kg (198 lb) more than the Chiron.[3] The top speed is, however, reduced to 380 km/h (236 mph), owing to the extra drag produced by the aerodynamic elements and due to excessive pressure on the tyres resulting from a lower ride height. Power output is unchanged from the Chiron, with 1,103 kW (1,500 PS; 1,479 hp) at 6,700 rpm and 1,600 N⋅m (1,180 lb⋅ft) of torque at from 2,000 to 6,000 rpm. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) is also unchanged from the Chiron at 2.4 seconds but the Divo has a higher lateral acceleration (1.6 g vs 1.5 g in the Chiron).[4] The Divo lacks the top speed mode unlocked with a special key as present on the Chiron.[2]

Production

The production of the Divo is limited to 40 units and the car will be built alongside the Chiron at the Bugatti factory. All of the 40 cars were pre-sold before the public debut to Chiron owners through special invitation by the dealers.[2] The Bugatti Divo sold out in its first day of availability.[5] In April 2020, Divo entered its final phase of testing with deliveries beginning later in the year.[6]

See also

References

  1. ^ Westbrook, Justin T. "The 2019 Bugatti Divo Is the 236 MPH $5.8 Million Enthusiast's Bugatti". Jalopnik. Retrieved 2018-10-19.
  2. ^ a b c Rix, Jack (24 August 2018). "Meet the €5m, 236mph Bugatti Divo". Top Gear. Retrieved 26 August 2018.
  3. ^ "Bugatti One-Ups Itself With Its New Divo Supercar". WIRED. Retrieved 2018-10-19.
  4. ^ "Official Bugatti Divo: Built for corners!". www.bugatti.com. Retrieved 2018-10-19.
  5. ^ Im, Jimmy (2018-09-10). "This new $5.8 million Bugatti hypercar sold out in 1 day — check it out". CNBC. Retrieved 2018-09-11.
  6. ^ Sagar (2020-04-27). "Bugatti Divo in final phase of testing, deliveries begin this year". autodevot.com. Retrieved 2020-04-28.
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