A newly surfaced Instagram video offers a thrilling preview of the 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon hybrid hypercar, showcasing the sound of its prototype engine.
The footage provides an exciting first listen to Bugatti’s all-new 8.3-liter V16 engine, developed specifically for the brand’s latest hypercar, which will replace the Chiron.
Set to enter production in 2026, the Tourbillon will carry a staggering price tag of approximately $4 million (SAR 15 million).
🔊 Crank up the volume and hear the 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon in action:
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A Hybrid Hypercar That Took the World by Surprise
When Bugatti, now under the ownership of Croatian company Rimac, introduced the Tourbillon Hybrid last year, it defied expectations. Many anticipated an all-electric successor to the Chiron, but instead, Bugatti unveiled a cutting-edge hybrid gasoline-electric hypercar. The biggest shock, however, came with its all-new V16 internal combustion engine, a departure from the W16 that powered its predecessors.
So far, only a few prototype videos have been released, leaving enthusiasts eager to hear the Tourbillon’s powerplant in action. That curiosity has now been answered, thanks to Bugatti-Rimac Partnership President Mate Rimac, who recently shared a video on social media featuring a prototype of the new hypercar.
In the clip, the Tourbillon prototype is believed to be running solely on its gasoline engine, giving us a raw and unfiltered preview of its brutal exhaust note before the hybrid system comes into play.
2026 Bugatti Tourbillon Official Performance and Specs
As previously mentioned, Bugatti’s latest creation utilizes a sophisticated hybrid powertrain, pairing a naturally aspirated 8.3-liter V16 gasoline engine with an output of 986 hp (1,000 PS) and 900 Nm of torque. This powerhouse is complemented by three electric motors—two at the front axle and one at the rear axle—adding 789 hp (800 PS) to the mix. Together, this advanced system delivers an astonishing 1,775 hp (1,800 PS).
Insane Acceleration and Speed
With such immense power, the 2026 Tourbillon achieves staggering performance figures:
🚀 0-100 km/h: 2 seconds
🚀 0-200 km/h: 5 seconds
🚀 0-300 km/h: 10 seconds
🚀 0-400 km/h: under 25 seconds
Its electronically limited top speed stands at 444 km/h (276 mph), but Bugatti has hinted that at least one variant of the Tourbillon could potentially surpass 500 km/h (310.7 mph).
Exclusive Production Numbers
Bugatti has confirmed that only 250 units of the 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon will be produced, reinforcing its status as one of the most exclusive hypercars ever built.
With a starting price of $4 million (SAR 15 million) and mind-blowing performance, the 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon is set to redefine the limits of hybrid hypercars.
