Check Out the Stunning Cockpit of the $6 Million Bugatti Bolide
Remember the Bugatti Bolide, the extremely lightweight, track-only hypercar with a limited production of 40 units slated for delivery in 2024? Of course you do.
Naturally, such a radical and exceptional vehicle (it generates 1,578 horsepower and is said to be able to top 500 km/h) needs an equally radical and exceptional interior. The French automaker released some pictures today and, man, it’s even better than we anticipated.
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“Bugatti prides itself on striving for perfection on every level within the ongoing creation of its performance-defining hyper sports cars,” Bugatti Automobiles president Christophe Piochon said. “This uncompromising approach has also been applied to our track-only car, the Bolide, for which we’ve created a very special bespoke interior and unique driving experience that will leave an everlasting impression on every driver.”
Before we go any further, you must know that the Bolide’s incredible performance required a monocoque even stronger and stiffer than the Chiron’s. That meant a new seating position, one that leans rearwards into the car and allows for the heels of the driver to be slightly raised, mirroring some of the world’s most extreme race cars.
No parts and no trim pieces are shared with the Chiron. The interior of the Bolide has been exclusively crafted just for this project, including optimized racing seats and an array of bespoke arrangements. The primary focal point, however, is an innovative steering wheel that replicates the ‘X-theme’ structure applied to the exterior. At the same time, it’s a true work of art that can be easily unfastened, taken out of the cockpit and used to decorate a living room or boardroom. Pretty cool, right?
Bugatti says the design of the steering wheel was also informed by valuable feedback from its test drivers, who specified the need for a tight, compact and ergonomic package featuring eight key buttons placed optimally for ease of use when driving at breathtaking speeds on the track and dealing with the insane g-forces that the Bolide creates.
The driver has the option to engage with one of two Bolide display interfaces. The first mode features complex and sophisticated data that was initially requested by the Bugatti test drivers—essential for high-performance on-track driving. The second mode provides an overview of key information to the customer.
That being said, our favourite feature inside the Bolide might just be the four pipes with aluminum nozzles channeling the airflow from the climate control system. They’re a fantastic reminder of the quad tailpipes at the back of the car.
As for the seats, in order to allow easy access, the outer pads of the seat’s backrest and headrest open together with the door, creating an optimal space in which to enter the cockpit. The ‘X-theme’ aesthetic continues with the stylish 3D-printed frame that connects the headrest pad to the door structure.
Available in four different sizes and with a choice of leather, suede, Nappa or Alcantara, the high-bolstered buckets are fixed (a Bugatti first) and layered directly onto the monocoque. To ensure comfort, both the steering wheel and pedals are adjustable to meet the exact needs of the driver.
By the way, how much does the Bugatti Bolide cost? Pricing before taxes and other fees is set at 4 million euros, which is the equivalent of nearly $6 million CAD at the current exchange rate. That’s pretty reasonable for the most extreme configuration level of the legendary quad-turbo 8.0-litre W16 engine. After all, La Voiture Noire was sold for 11 million euros. The Divo, which was also limited to 40 units, had a base price of 5 million euros.
If you’d like a piece of Bugatti without paying a king’s ransom, there’s a LEGO Technic Bolide you can buy for just $64.99. The company has also launched its new Christmas gift collection in case you need inspiration for the holidays.