Bugatti: new V16 hybrid engine is coming

Bugatti has officially confirmed that the Chiron’s successor will have a hybrid engine. However, so far information about this new engine has been very limited. The famous car manufacturer recently released official images of the engine intended for the successor of Chiron. The new engine will continue to have it 16 jars, but it will adopt the more stable V16 configuration. Additionally, it will be supported by a hybrid system.

Bugatti confirms that the future hypercar will have a hybrid V16 engine

The official image shows some details of the new engine, including the use of carbon fiber. More than that, Mate RimacThe CEO of Bugatti, shared some pictures of the new engine on his page Facebook, showing each individual piston, engine block and crankshaft. These pictures confirm that a new engine has been in development since then 2022. Bugatti has not yet revealed information about the power of the new engine. More details on this feature will be revealed in June. Looking at the video we can say that the sound shows that the V16 will be able to reach a higher rpm, more than that of any turbo engine.

Rumors suggest that Bugatti V16 it will have a massive displacement of 8.3 liters and will be manufactured by Cosworth. Although it is necessary to use conditions, one certainty has been confirmed by the company itself: the engine will be electrified. However, it is not clear if it will be a full hybrid, a plugin or another system. What is certain is that, while it helps reduce emissions and save fuel, its main goal will be to increase performance.