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A pair of Bugatti Chiron headlights could buy you a brand new Mercedes and BMW

Not many cars have quad lights like the Bugatti Chiron. Its brightness is quite clear, making it easily recognizable from a distance or at night.

However, this vehicle is quite rare, with only 500 units built. Of course, this exclusive level comes with a high cost, not only when purchasing the car, but also for replacement parts.

For reference, an ad on eBay Germany is displaying a pair of front headlights by Valeo for the Chiron at a staggering price. Guess how much? RM100,000? RM250,000? Wrong.

A pair of quad LED lights that can be installed on the Chiron Pur Sport and Super Sport 300+ are priced at 147,000 euros, equivalent to RM712,773 (based on today’s exchange rate). With this price in Malaysia, you could buy a new BMW X7, Lotus Emeya, Mercedes S580e, or Audi A7. Imagine the price of a pair of lights matching that of luxury cars.

The eBay seller is based in Poland but can ship the Chiron lights to European countries for an additional 1,000 euros (RM4,848). Want it shipped to Malaysia? Definitely possible, but we’re sure the shipping cost will be even higher.

According to the ad, the lights are new and in perfect condition. They have the OEM part code written as 5B4941035C 5B4941036C.

Why are these LED lights so expensive? Certainly for several reasons. The lights are high-tech, not just regular LEDs but complete with the latest functions like Auto High Beam and matrix technology.

Furthermore, they are expensive due to limited production. Any item produced in limited quantities will naturally have a higher price to achieve economies of scale.

Finally, if you can’t accept the price, perhaps you are not yet a Bugatti target customer. For Bugatti owners and customers, they have no problem paying such prices as long as their collectible cars are in perfect condition to showcase on social media and hang out with friends.

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Bugatti Tourbillon – 16 cylinders, 3 electric motors, 1,800hp, 0-100 in 2 secs

Although at first glance it may appear to be a Chiron, this is the Bugatti Tourbillon, a completely new model. The monocoque chassis, suspension, and engine are all new.

Let’s delve into the details and engine figures first. As reported earlier, Bugatti will be releasing a hypercar with a new 16-cylinder engine, here it is.

Behind the cockpit of this Tourbillon is the jam-packed 8.3-liter V16 naturally-aspirated hybrid engine capable of spinning up to 9,500rpm and producing 1,000hp on its own.

But this is not the Tourbillon’s overall output. This is because it receives hybrid assistance developed by Cosworth. There are two electric motors on the front axle, and a third motor at the rear along with the engine.

A 25kWh battery pack supplies 800hp to this electric system, making the total output 1,800hp. Combined with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, the Bugatti Tourbillon can accelerate to 100km/h in just 2 seconds.

Then, if you continue to press the pedal to the floor, 200km/h is reached in 5 seconds, and 300km/h in under 10 seconds.

A maximum speed of 380km/h is achieved in less than 25 seconds. Then, if you have the special Speed Key, the Tourbillon’s rear spoiler will ensure the car remains stable up to 444km/h.

Although more complex and more powerful, Bugatti states that the Tourbillon is lighter than the Chiron. It also uses an 800-volt system and can be driven up to 60km in electric mode.

Watch enthusiasts will notice that the Tourbillon showcases many mechanical components that require precision and high quality. It is equipped with electrically powered dihedral doors, and three analog displays for instruments designed by the watchmaker, Switch.

These displays are fixed on the steering column. In the center console, there is a row of aluminum switches, rotary knobs, and crystal buttons to start the V16 engine.

All of these are designed to give the Tourbillon a timeless look. In terms of external design, you will immediately recognize it as a Bugatti at first glance. This Chiron-like design is equipped with a diffuser that starts from the rear of the cabin, almost invisible from a normal view.

The air intakes in the front lamps channel air into large side air inlets, then the iconic horseshoe grille in the front ‘feeds’ air to the radiator while generating downforce.

The active rear spoiler, as usual, also functions as an air brake. The Tourbillon comes with a completely new suspension that is 45 percent lighter than the Chiron.

The Bugatti Tourbillon is expected to enter the market in 2026 with the first 250 units to be produced. Prices start at 3.6 million Euros (RM18.2 million).

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Bugatti to reveal new V16 engine in June 20, a hybrid with up to 1,800hp

IN this era of electrification, as we can see, many manufacturers are starting to offer fully electric (EV) or hybrid models.

Bugatti is also making an impression, but they seem to not be ready for EVs, opting instead for the hybrid route. With a name like Bugatti, you can certainly expect it to be no ordinary hybrid.

Indeed, it is a hybrid with a V16 engine package capable of delivering up to 1,800hp of peak power. This engine will be unveiled to the world on June 20th.

It is a naturally-aspirated (NA) engine, unlike the quad-turbo engines found in the Veyron and Chiron models. The V16, which will replace the W16, is a hybrid with three electric motors – two on the front axle, one at the rear.

The rear electric motor will also be housed in an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Rumors suggest that this engine has a displacement of 8.3 liters, able to rev up to 9,500rpm and generate up to 1,000hp.

The electric motors contribute additional power, resulting in a total output of 1,800hp. We already know that Bugatti is set to launch the successor to the Chiron this year.

Therefore, this engine is sure to be the heart of this upcoming new hypercar. According to Bugatti, the hypercar is being “completely designed from the ground up.” It draws inspiration from past models such as the Type 57 C Atlantic, Type 41 Royale, and Type 35.

The hypercar is also expected to accelerate to 100km/h in less than two seconds, reach 200km/h in five seconds, and achieve 300km/h in under 10 seconds. The top speed is limited to 446km/h.

It is said that only 250 units will be produced. This is more exclusive compared to the Veyron and Chiron, with 450 and 500 units produced respectively.

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1,850-PS Bugatti Bolide has Brembo’s biggest ever carbon brakes

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POWERED by an 8.0-litre quad-turbo W16 engine that packs 1,850 PS and 1,850 Nm, the Bugatti Bolide is an insanely fast track car.

But to set the fastest lap times, sheer power alone won’t be enough because a car also needs powerful brakes. This is where Brembo comes into the picture.

For the Bolide project, Brembo racing engineers worked in close collaboration with Bugatti to develop a unique brake system that could match the car’s colossal power.

Following two years of demanding testing and development, they came up with a carbon-carbon system that is on par with the technology that goes into LMh/LMDh and Formula 1 machinery.

At the front, there are 390 x 37.5 mm carbon discs clamped by two eight-piston monobloc calipers, each with four high-performance pads 25 mm thick. According to Bugatti, the front brakes are Brembo’s largest carbon-carbon brake ever.

At the rear, Bugatti uses two six-piston monobloc calipers paired with 390 x 34 mm carbon discs. These calipers also have four pads but slightly thinner at 24.5 mm. While not as big as their front counterparts, the rear brake system’s specifications match that of the LMDh racing class.

The presence of this carbon-ceramic brake system not only gives the Bolide adequate braking power but also helps reduce its overall weight, with each disc weighing only 3.175 kg.

Interestingly, Brembo engineers also helped designed the air ducts on the Bolide to enhance cooling. As a result, 85-90% of the airflow is directed to the discs and pads, with a smaller portion reaching the calipers.