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Bugatti Brouillard lands in Europe after Monterey debut
The one-off Bugatti Brouillard, which made its public debut at Monterey Car Week in California last month, has officially arrived on European soil. The Molsheim-born hypercar was unveiled to the Old Continent at Wheels Marienwaerdt in the Netherlands, where it joined more than 30 prized cars from the Perridon Collection. Against that curated backdrop the Brouillard drew attention with its sculpted aerodynamic bodywork and a striking green finish.
A bespoke revival of a modern icon
The Brouillard is essentially a fixed-roof, highly bespoke interpretation of Bugatti's limited W16 Mistral. It sits on the same W16 architecture originally developed for the Chiron and shared with the Centodieci, Divo, Bolide and Mistral. That lineage makes the Brouillard a deliberate one-off revival of Bugatti's previous-generation flagship hypercar, while still remaining faithful to the mechanical heart that made the family famous.
Under the rear deck sits the legendary 8.0-liter W16 with quad turbochargers. Bugatti rates the Brouillard at around 1,600 metric horsepower, which equates to roughly 1,577 bhp or 1,177 kW. This engine remains one of the most talked-about powertrains in the hypercar world and may well mark the end of an era as Bugatti transitions to electrified powertrains.
Design details and equestrian tribute
Bugatti has infused the Brouillard with stylistic cues that nod to Ettore Bugatti and the brand's history. Highlights include a large horseshoe grille, fender-mounted LED headlights with additional cooling ducts, prominent C-shaped side intakes, aggressive rear fender flares, X-shaped LED taillights, an integrated ducktail spoiler and quad exhaust outlets similar to the Chiron Super Sport. Inside, subtle equestrian references appear as embroidered horse motifs on seatbacks and door panels, and a handcrafted sculpture of the horse Brouillard sits under glass on the gear selector, lending the cabin a unique artisanal touch.
Key highlights:
- Chassis: W16-based platform shared with Chiron family
- Engine: 8.0-liter W16, quad-turbo, ~1,600 metric hp (1,577 bhp / 1,177 kW)
- Unique features: fixed roof bodywork, bespoke interior embroidery and sculpture, signature horseshoe grille
Where the Brouillard fits in Bugatti's lineup
The Brouillard arrives as a one-off collector’s piece near the end of Bugatti's W16 era. The company has already signaled a move into hybrid and electrified hypercars, most notably with the Tourbillon. That new flagship swaps the W16 for a Cosworth-designed, naturally aspirated 8.3-liter V16 assisted by three electric motors. The Tourbillon’s internal combustion engine alone produces around 986 bhp and 900 Nm of torque, while total system output reaches approximately 1,775 bhp. Claimed performance for the Tourbillon is formidable: 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.0 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 5.0 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 10.0 seconds, a governed top speed of 445 km/h (276 mph) with the Speed Key, and about 60 km (37 miles) electric range on the WLTP cycle.
Market positioning and final thoughts
As a bespoke one-off, the Brouillard is aimed at collectors who want a bespoke piece of Bugatti history that combines the unmistakable W16 theatrics with unique coachbuilt details. Its arrival in Europe to headline events like Wheels Marienwaerdt helps reinforce Bugatti’s strategy of showcasing limited-production and one-off models directly to clients and collectors.
Quote: "The Brouillard bridges Bugatti's past and future—celebrating the W16 while the marque prepares for an electrified next chapter."
For enthusiasts tracking hypercar developments, the Brouillard is both a statement of craftsmanship and a last hurrah for one of the most distinctive engines in automotive history.
Source: autoevolution
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