The all-new Koenigsegg CC850 is the hypercar that the superwealthy yearn to get their hands on. Earlier unveiled in August of 2022, this automotive excellence is all set to be produced merely in limited numbers by this year. The majestic vehicle takes birth to simultaneously honour the 20^th anniversary of the automotive pioneers Koenigsegg and their visionary, Christian von Koenigsegg, the founder and CEO of the brand credited for resetting thresholds with its sheer expertise in innovation and luxury with a blend of immaculate performance.

Down the hood of an impeccable external appeal lies a mammoth 5.0 L V8 engine which comes with 4 valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts and a flat-plane crankshaft, churning out colossal power figures of 1185 hp and 1385 hp respectively on gasoline and E85 respectively, with the latter being renowned for its unrivalled power and torque delivery. The peak torque figures match up to 1385 Nm at 4800 rpm at a compression ratio of 8.71:1, providing a superiorly outrageous acceleration in comparison to its rivals. Featuring, this powerhouse delivers remarkable performance.

Running parallel to its impressive power figures is an unmatched driving experience. Nicknamed ESS, the CC850 comes with an innovative Engage Shift System, allowing drivers to taste a hint of manual shifting within an automatic gearbox, presenting before its buyers a unique blend of manual and automatic transmissions. An interesting sight here is that every minute detail pertaining to this vehicle comes with an ‘85’ in it, right from the power and torque figures down to the brand name and even the kerb weight as well.

A sleek and aerodynamic stature compiled on a carbonfibre monocoque platform promises unparalleled stability and performance at a feather-light kerb weight of just 1,385 kilograms, rounding the power-to-weight ratio to a precise 1:1. Adding on to its brilliance is the Koenigsegg-signature the Koenigsegg Electronic Stability Control (KES), ensuring ultra precise handling capabilities. With an aluminium-honeycombed cabin coming with crumple zones and ventilated disc brakes consisting of the Koenigsegg-exclusive Koenigsegg calipers, the safety on this engineering marvel is equally uncompromised to its impressive performance and styling.

The in-cabin experience of the vehicle is an experience like no other with features like a hydraulic lifting system and adjustable steering column and pedals catering to a supreme driving pleasure. Inside the cabin, luxury and convenience reign supreme. The sheer grandeur of the interior is enhanced with a meticulously crafted Alcantara leather with custom contrast stitching throughout the interior. This, added on to a gorgeous infotainment system with Apple CarPlay support, ensures an enjoyable driving experience.

More than being narrowed down to just any other vehicle, this Koenigsegg would be lauded worldwide for its long-lasting testament to the brand’s legacy well-known for its excellence and innovations in the automotive world, symbolizing impeccable ingenuity mixed with sheer passion. Earlier limited to just 50 units, the vehicle announced the production of 20 more of them within the following six days pertaining to an unexpected surge in demand. With a planned 70 units in total, this masterpiece symbolizing a marvellous blend of cutting-edge technology, performance and luxury is all set to arrive this year with its first units.

Written By Advaith Krishnan