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Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Finally Hits The Track Again
May. 15, 2020 8:55 AM ET by Karl Furlong Supercars / Comments Eight engineers set out to fine-tune what should be the best-handling Bugatti yet. Ever since the original Bugatti Veyron was launched in the mid 2000s, the French automaker has been associated with straight-line speed more than perhaps any other brand. After all, that car hit 60 mph in well under three seconds and reached a top speed of over 250 mph - and this was 15 years ago. What the Veyron didn't do was set new benchmarks for handling or agility, and that's where the 2021 Chiron Pur Sport comes in. Bugatti wants to show the world that not only can it build the fastest sports car in the world, but one that is genuinely fun to go carving through a twisty mountain pass. After weeks under lockdown, the Chiron Pur Sport is now finally back on track for further fine-tuning. The testers chose Bilster Berg circuit in Teutoburg Forest, Germany, as their location, and why not? Nine right turns, 10 left turns, and nearly 50 crests and dips ensure it has a bit of everything. CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz The challenging circuit provides a stern test of the Chiron Pur Sport's chassis and handling, but also allows the team to assess how its tires and gearbox hold up in a track environment. "This is crucial for development because the Chiron Pur Sport is set up for maximum performance and lateral dynamics," explained Stefan Ellrott, Head of Development at Bugatti. "With the Chiron Pur Sport, we're pursuing a more extreme and radical development approach. It's the perfect car for all those drivers who enjoy cornering at the limits and want to feel a connection with the road." CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz Eight engineers (kitted out in fireproof racing suits while maintaining social distancing) are involved in the testing of the Chiron Pur Sport over three days. The much firmer chassis is extensively analyzed; for instance, a new Sport+ mode allows for controlled slides, not something the Veyron was known for. A flatter front-end design, a huge rear wing, and a 110-pound drop in weight over the Chiron are all aimed at improving downforce and cornering prowess. The powertrain has been fettled, too, with the 1,479-horsepower W16 engine paired with a quicker dual-clutch transmission. CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz Even though the Chiron Pur Sport's top speed is down to 218 mph (the original Veyron had a much faster maximum speed), the Pur Sport performs where it counts. "Thanks to the new suspension geometry, the softer Michelin tires with even better grip and the enormous rear wing, the acceleration of the Pur Sport out of corners is even more brutal," enthuses Jachin Schwalbe, Head of Chassis Development. CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz After another couple of hot laps, the Chiron Pur Sport cools down while the engineers assess mounds of data on their laptops. This car is a new chapter for Bugatti, and engineering a genuinely fun-to-drive sports car with this much power takes guts. More track tests are anticipated imminently, including a visit to the Nurburgring, before production of the 60 Chiron Pur Sport begins in the second half of this year. In the US, an MSRP of $3,599,000 applies, which includes duty, transportation, GGT, and Sirius XM. It's a lofty price, but this is also a car that may just give Italy's best something to think about. CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz CarBuzz Join The Discussion
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Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Karl Furlong Senior Editor Sweaty-palmed hot laps are fun, but Karl is a gearhead cut from a different cloth - or is that finely stitched Nappa leather? An E23 BMW 7 Series was the first car he fell madly in love with three decades ago, and this affection for Autobahn-conquering luxury sedans has persisted. Following studies in copywriting and journalism, along with stints in TV scriptwriting and marketing that had far too little to do with cars, Karl kept the fire burning by writing for automotive websites on the side, including a Florida-based auto repair shop and another for Porsche enthusiasts. It all came together when he joined CarBuzz in 2019. He has penned some of the latest news, reviews, and features ever since. Contact Karl @FuelAffection LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top