With Bugatti’s new engine skipping hydrogen and batteries, Bugatti is making quite a wild statement. In living up to expectations, Bugatti’s debut of the Tourbillon signifies an eclectic and interesting way forward. Turning away slightly from the electrification era and completely saying goodbye to hydrogen cells, the Italian brand is turning its focus to a V16 that’s hybridized and able to rev up to 9,000 rpm. In defying the core premise of combustion engines, Bugatti is showing that it is capable of moving towards an exciting and electric future.
Shifting gears from hydrogen and batteries to V16
Bugatti dares to go where other automakers dares not to go, and in doing so, the brand is turning its back on both hydrogen and total electrification. Developed in collaboration with Cosworth, Bugatti’s Tourbillon features an 8,3-liter V16. Being able to produce 9,000 rpm and promising 1,000 horsepower, the Tourbillon is churning out specs that were previously unheard of.
With the V16 are three electric motors that add 800 horsepower and immediate torque. In total, the output delivered is 1,800 hp, and the ability to go from 0 to 60 mph in 2 seconds. With a top speed of 276 mph (445 km/h), Bugatti’s new engine is nothing short of a revolutionary powertrain. While obtaining desirable specs similar to that of combustion engines, Bugatti is driving away from pure combustion and rebelling from the core traditions of pure EVs.
A hybrid design drawing inspiration from a falcon and a watch
The Tourbillion drew inspiration from the peregrine falcon in terms of its design, and in drawing inspiration from one of the the fastest creatures on Earth, the narrower front area enables the Tourbillon to soar like the falcon. While the outside of the vehicle pays tribute to the falcon, Bugatti’s inside is an ode to haute horology. Swiss watchmakers assisted and installed over 600 titanium gemstone components in the interior, which add luxurious flair to the vehicle.
However, the Tourbillon cannot be viewed as just a luxury car; it is a hybrid created to be efficient. The Tourbillon hybrid system is in place to accentuate the common combustion experience while enhancing it. The 25-kWh oil-cooled battery enables 37 miles of electric range, while the hybrid system allows the vehicle to turn its back on turbos while ensuring the engine is naturally aspirated. Bugatti is built to scream loudly and proudly while outperforming other engine types.
According to Mate Rimac, CEO of Bugatti, in an attempt to retain the very soul of the Bugatti engine, the automaker decided to use electricity so as to further amplify the engine. Bugatti’s engine has not been muted but has been enhanced so that it roars with power whilst not harming the environment in the process.
There will be only 250 Tourbillons on the market
In retaining the core essence of exclusivity, Bugatti is set to produce only 250 Tourbillons. The price starts at $4,6 million with deliveries scheduled to start early in 2026. With Bugatti fans setting their sights on the Tourbillon, many vehicles have been claimed already since this limited offer has already turned heads. Even those who do not make the 250 cut can appreciate Bugatti’s approach to redefine the power in existence and not completely replace it. This Italian automaker is showing what is possible after hydrogen cars with its revolutionary engine that has created a spark and a stir in the right direction.
The Tourbillon: A declaration of speed and excellence
Bugatti’s Tourbillon is a hypercar that declares that it can roar rather loudly with an offering of 9,000 rpm and a solid promise of 1,800-hp. Bugatti has produced a refreshing hybrid that has redefined what a hybrid should be while paying tribute to not only performance, but to aesthetic appeal, luxury, and beauty. Bugatti has created a hybrid car that dreams are made of. Bugatti’s new engine is not hydrogen or electric, but exciting nevertheless.
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