2018 Bugatti Chiron

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron is priced at an MSRP of $2.5 to $3.0 million and comes with two new trim levels that are named base Chiron and Chiron Sports. The 2018 Bugatti Chiron comes with several features like a height-adjustable suspension with an active rear wing, rear diffuser, carbon ceramic brakes, etc. It also gets a dashing interior which comes with a flat-bottom steering wheel, power-adjustable heated seats, LED ambient interior lighting, automatic climate control, and a glossy central console. You will also find anodized trims and accents dotted inside the cabin.

The information regarding additional standalone features and optional packages is yet to be determined.

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The 2018 Bugatti Chiron is the second edition to the car’s downline and it definitely carries forward the excellent performance for which its predecessor was known. The standard features of the Chiron include carbon ceramic brakes, power-adjustable heated seats, Bluetooth connectivity, power-adjustable, and Ohlins suspension. If you can afford the money, it's worth being in your collection. 

Release Date

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron has already been released.

The 2018 Chiron has an 8.0L W16 powertrain with four turbochargers which generate power and torque of around 1,479 horsepower and 1,180 lb-ft of peak torque respectively. The 7-speed dual-clutch transmission comes standard that transfers all that enormous power to all four wheels (AWD). The acceleration is one of the USPs of 2018 Chiron. This helps it to achieve an incredible straight-line cruise. The 2018 Chiron reaches the 60 MPH mark in just 2.4 seconds. The quarter-mile timing of the car is 9.4 seconds. The top speed of the 2018 Chiron is 261 MPH.

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron dominates with its power delivery, thanks to its quad-turbo engine, as compared to the McLaren Speedtail. It is almost the same as what the Regera has to offer. The Koenigsegg Regera makes more torque than any of the two rivals, followed by the Chiron and the Speedtail. The 2018 Chiron reaches the 60 MPH mark much quicker as per the race car standards than the Regera and the Speedtail. The top speed of the Chiron is at par with the segment.

2018 Bugatti Chiron Ride and Handling

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron comes with an adaptive height adjustable suspension which ensures a stable and composed ride. You will feel almost no effect of bumps inside the cabin, but a bit of high speed would be noticeable over undulations for sure. The rigid and lightweight carbon fiber monocoque of the 2018 Bugatti Chiron gives excellent torsional integrity to the Chiron. The Chiron comes with front diffusers, and vanes and strakes. Furthermore, it gets a flat underbody, and a large rear diffuser which helps to gain that high speed effectively. The steering provides an apt input even at high speeds, which certainly gives you confidence while driving. The body roll is almost negligible due to its low ground clearance. Also, the noise insulation is on point!

2018 Bugatti Chiron Braking Performance

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron’s all four wheels come with carbon-ceramic disc brakes. The brake pads of the 2018 edition of the Chiron can last up to 50,000 miles. The size of the brake rotors of the 2018 Chiron is yet to be determined. The nosedive is negligible during abrupt braking, and the Anti-Lock Braking system engages effectively. To decrease the heat generation, the 8 pistons at the front and 6 pistons at the rear are built from titanium. The braking tech from Formula One has been used in the 2018 Chiron.

The size of the brake rotors is not yet available for the 2018 Chiron, Regera and Speedtail. The 2018 Chiron comes with more curb weight as compared to the Koenigsegg Regera, whereas the weight for the Speedtail is not yet available. This affects the momentum which affects braking, especially when driving at higher speeds. In our view, the braking tech of the 2018 Chiron is more advanced than the Regera and the Speedtail.

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron, in a city, offers a fuel economy of 9 MPG which increases to 11 MPG on a highway. The combined fuel gas mileage of the Chiron is 12 MPG. The fuel tank capacity of the 2018 Chiron is 22 gallons. The overall range of travel of the Bugatti Chiron is 198 miles in a city, and 308 miles on a highway. The 2018 Chiron’s prescribed fuel type is 98-octane gasoline.

As compared with the Koenigsegg Regera and McLaren Speedtail, in a city, the 2018 Bugatti Chiron offers less fuel economy. The Chiron, however, offers more gas mileage than the Regera. The fuel tank capacity of the 2018 Chiron comes with a better capacity than the Koenigsegg Regera and the McLaren Speedtail. The Regera and Speedtail offer a better overall range of travel than the Chiron. 

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron comes with a spacious cabin that is practical too. Most of the controls are mounted close to the driver, which makes everything accessible. The luxury was not at all sacrificed to increase the performance. The interior features an attractive minimalistic design. The majority of the material you will find inside the Chiron is leather. You can also find aluminum and carbon fiber covering up certain elements. The flat bottom steering wheel comes with an engraved brand insignia. The sport bucket seats of the Chiron are large and comfortable as well.

The dimensions regarding the interior of the Bugatti Chiron, Koenigsegg Regera and the McLaren Speedtail are not known as of now. Being racecars, all three cars have functional interiors with premium amenities. The fit and finish are also on point for all three cars, but the cabin feel of the Chiron is a bit better. The outright color combinations of the Regera also look attractive. 

Some of the key interior features available with the 2018 Bugatti Chiron include:

• Automatic climate control
• Leather, titanium and carbon fiber trim
• Sports bucket seats
• LED ambient interior lighting
• Air-cooled glovebox
• Power adjustable seats

How intuitive is the 2018 Bugatti Chiron infotainment system?

The exact size of the 2018 Chiron’s infotainment system is yet to be determined. Contrary to conventional infotainment design, the Bugatti Chiron’s majority of data is displayed on the screen present in front of the driver. The 2018 Chiron doesn’t get a central touchscreen as such. The features of the infotainment system include navigation, USB ports, Bluetooth Connectivity, and Wi-Fi capability. The Accuton sound system comes standard with the car with tweeters that are lined with diamonds which enhances the quality of the interior. The mid-range speakers create membrane zones that enhance audio quality.

Some of the most notable infotainment features available with the 2018 Bugatti Chiron include:

• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Wi-fi Connectivity
• Accuton audio system
• Onboard navigation
• Membrane zones
• Diamond lined tweeters

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron comes with a carbon fiber monocoque. The car looks authoritative and still manages to look sporty and sleek. The way the robust front fascia continues to form curve stylings on the side is an example of how well the designers of the brand were. Moreover, the LED headlights with Bugatti’s grille look much different from what a conventional race car has to offer. The rear of the car doesn’t disappoint us either. You can find a rear diffuser and LED taillight at the back. The car is 178.9 inches long and stands at a height of 47.7 inches. The wheelbase of the car is 106.7 inches.

The 2018 Bugatti Chiron is significantly heavier as compared to the Koenigsegg Regera and McLaren Speedtail. It is also taller than both the cars. However, the competitors come with more length than the 2018 Chiron. The wheelbase of the 2018 Bugatti Chiron is also more than the Koenigsegg Regera. The Chiron and Regera offer a well-balanced body, which is attractive as compared to other hypercars.

Some standout exterior features include:

• LED tail lights
• 20 inches alloys
• Massive rear diffuser
• Signature grille design
• LEDr headlights
• Daytime running lights

The lightweight carbon fiber exterior frame of the 2018 Bugatti Chiron is durable and provides great impact resistance. The 2018 Bugatti Chiron’s advanced airbags suite includes frontal, side-impact, and curtain airbags. The major safety features include an electronic stability control, traction control, stability control, carbon fiber monocoque, rearview camera, Anti-lock braking system (ABS), and parking sensors. The Chiron misses out on blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The NHTSA and IIHS have not crash-tested the 2018 Bugatti Chiron because of its super expensive price tag. 

Some of the major safety features available with the 2018 Bugatti Chiron include

• Rearview mirror
• Anti-Lock Braking System
• Carbon fiber monocoque
• Advanced airbags system
• Electronic stability system
• Parking sensors

2018 Bugatti Chiron vs 2018 Koenigsegg Regera

The Chiron offers superb performance which is better than the Regera. The straight-line acceleration of the 2018 Chiron is what the car is famous for. The Koenigsegg Regera’s performance is not outrightly subpar, but the Chiron definitely has an upper hand. The interior of the 2018 Chiron also feels better than a rival. The Regera’s outside design looks appealing and stands on par with the Chiron. The 2018 Regera is significantly cheaper when compared to the 2018 Bugatti Chiron. 

2018 Bugatti Chiron vs 2018 McLaren Speedtail

The powertrain of the 2018 Bugatti Chiron offers better performance and nimble ride quality as compared to the 2018 Speedtail. The Chiron dominates its rivals in terms of power and torque output and this makes it quicker to reach the 60 MPH mark. As per gas mileage, the McLaren Speedtail is much more efficient than the Chiron. It also comes with a bigger fuel tank. The 2018 McLaren Speedtail comes at a significantly cheaper price compared to the 2018 Chiron.