Koenigsegg celebrates 20 years of history in August. To celebrate this milestone, the Swedish manufacturer has decided to go back to its origins and create a tribute to its first vehicle: the CC8S. But in addition to reminiscing about the past, The CC850 is also innovative and features an unprecedented transmission system.
The super sports car is equipped with V8 5.0 biturbojust like a file Jesco. The The power is 1,185 hp, but it can go up to 1,385 hp on E85 fuel. Torque 141.2 kg/m.
The numbers – as with all Koenigsegg cars – are impressive. But this time What is most noticeable is not the speed, but the exchange.
The Koenigsegg CC850 derailleur features a slim stem and barrel-shaped handle covered in the Swedish flag.
The brand established the so-called Engage Transformation System (ESS)The transmission that allows owners to drive the vehicle In manual mode, with a six-speed gearbox and clutch pedalor not Automatic mode, with nine speeds and changes made without driver intervention.
This complex system was created for Bring more true memories of CC8S, It was equipped with a manual transmission only.
The Koenigsegg CC850 has the same synchro-helix ports and removable roof as the CC8S.
Visually, the Koenigsegg CC850 is very reminiscent of its “big brother”, which was launched in 2002. The main changes were made to the rear part, which is now Rectangular lanterns, smooth bumper and large diffuser. Headlights and aerodynamic elements make the supercar look more modern.
In the cabin, the seats are covered in red leather for a more sporty touch. In addition, the model offers features as contact with An apple CarPlay, induction cell phone charger, hydraulic suspension lift, parking sensors and even the Autoskin function, which opens all doors and panels at the touch of a button.
The Koenigsegg CC850 panel contains analog counters – Photo: Disclosure
Koenigsegg CC850 pricing has not yet been announced, in addition to performance data. But the expectation is that a super sports car will cost at least 3 million dollars (About 15.5 million Brazilian reals in direct transfer).
In addition to, Production will be limited to 50 units. The number was chosen in honor of the founder of the brand Christian von Koenigsegg, as the date coincides with his fiftieth birthday.
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