The Koenigsegg CCX in essence is an updated version of the successful CC/CCR models. The main aim of developing this car, according to Swedish auto maker Koenigsegg, is to allow their company to penetrate the world market, particularly the United States. The CCX, which first appeared during the 2006 Geneva Motor Show, is so named because this is an acronym that stands for Competition Coupe X, with the X marking the 10 years since the first CC car was developed in 1996.But the X could have stood for another word: extreme.
So what are the modifications made for the CCX? It is essentially the CCR with a lot of modifications made. The front bumper was made to comply with low speed collisions rules, and to be able to comply with rear impact rules, the body was lengthened by 88 millimeters. Additional headroom of 2 inches is also incorporated in order to fit larger people in the car. And perhaps most importantly, Koenigsegg has designed a new engine in order to meet emissions standards and to make it capable of running on octane 91 fuel.
Performance
First, the aerodynamically contoured CCX is constructed out of carbon fiber and Kevlar. This structure contributes to its light curb weight. And just how aerodynamic this car is? The drag coefficient for the CCX was rated at 0.30, a phenomenally low figure. Its design, together with its set of diffusers, spoilers, and vortex generators, is known to generate some serious down force; 60 kilograms on the front and 65 kilograms on the rear at 120 miles per hour. The wheels used for this car are made from magnesium alloy, though it can be upgraded to a carbon/magnesium composite wheel that is lighter by 3 kilograms compared to the standard wheels. Providing the stopping power is 14.3 inch disc brakes located at all 4 wheels.
The engine on this car is a V8 engine similar to the Ford Modular engines that they have used in the CC and CCR. But it was thoroughly modified to the point that it can be considered a brand new engine in itself. Featuring a lighter yet stronger heat treated aluminum engine block; it is equipped with 2 superchargers that are capable of creating boost of up to 17.5 psi. The output is rated at 806 horsepower while using 91 octane gasoline. This engine is mated with a 6 speed dual clutch manual transmission designed by Cima, though a sequential manual is optional equipment.
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The performance numbers of the Koenigsegg CCX simply cannot be denied. Acceleration numbers of zero-to-100 kilometers per hour at 3.2 seconds and zero-to-200 kilometers per hour at 9.8 seconds indicates that this car is a force to be reckoned with. And a zero-to-300-to-zero time of 29.2 seconds (done by Sport Auto) is a record holder. And in 2007, it held the record for the fastest lap time recorded in the TV show Top Gear, clocking in at 1:17.6 seconds.
There is no doubt that the Koenigsegg CCX is one extreme car. Achieving numbers most cars can only dream of, it is a creation that is built to achieve extreme speed.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Super Sport Coupe | Base Price: $540,000.00 |
| Length: 169 in. (429 cm) | Width: 78.6 in. (199 cm) |
| Height: 44.1 in. (112 cm) | Wheel Base: 104.7 in. (266 cm) |
| Dry Weight: 2821 lbs (1280 kg) | Ground Clearance: 3.94 in. (10 cm) |
| Luggage Capacity: 4.2 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 2 people |
| Engine: 32-valve DOHC V8 | Displacement: 4700 cc |
| Horsepower: 806 HP | Max RPM: 7000 RPM |
| Torque: 693 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Manual |
| 0-60 mph: 3.2 seconds | Maximum Speed: 245 mph (395 km/h) |
Koenigsegg CCX Render
Koenigsegg CCX vs Ferrari 430 Scuderia: 50-300km/h rolling start from 50 km/h (25 mph) to 300 km/h (188 mph).
Koenigsegg CCX Overview
Koenigsegg CCX Test Drive
haha DJ duck i agree with you on that one and veyron its waiste of your money its has 10 radiators and you will spend 40 liters of watter for that haha 21 liter for 100 km its huge waiste of money its dont worst that but its cost also expensive just buy chevrolette corvette Z11 it also have v8 engine 505 bhp you can supercharge v8 engine it will be 806 like the CCX and costing only 100 000 when CCX costing 545 000 hehe to expensive but amazing car amazing engine but its make so noise i drove this one and i loved it but to much noise it has radio for what when you drive CCX nobody can hear you scream haha
this is an awesome car in need for speed hot persuit and te only reason i discovered this site was to see if koenseigg was its own make and sure enough it is
This car Is awesome my friend has a ccx and ever week I drive around a track, everybody should get one of these, this is europes best creation yet,
the stig is not allowed to talk
V8 ENGENE COME ON THIS CAR IS REAL AND I LIKE IT…
That CCR is so desperately pretty. Whoever thought a Ferrari would look ugly or plain? But this is more gorgeous than any Ferrari I’ve seen. And it’s so small and scrawny by comparison! Those huge, clunky and heavy Ferraris look like standard hot rods compared to this pretty little work of art. Ferraris were always beaten on looks by their rival LamborgHini, and this CCR has the gorgeous looks of a Lamborghini , with even more speed and quickness.
this car is just amazing, it is only 8 mph slower than that stupid Veyron and it is over 1.000.000 dollars cheaper. i might buy it
you suck your moms bob
suck some pussy
@michael, you’re an idiot, the Stig is a professional racing driver on Top Gear
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They should make a ccx with 1200hp that will be insane oh and the veyron has 2 vw v8 engines plus 4 turbocharges not audi and why do you call your self stig its just weird.
Honestly I think the koenigsegg can do more than 245 mph It might be even with the veyron well almost because think about it veyron has two v8 Audi engines with 4 turbos on it creating 1000 bhp and the koenigsegg ccx has a v8 with twin superchargers creating 800+ and if u tune the ccx to run on biofuel u will do 900 bhp but better yet if u buy the ccxR that’s made too run on biopetrol it will do 1015 bhp almost the same power has the veyron and let’s not forget that bugatti made the super sport version of the veyron too. This two astonishing cars are the best in the world.
To Chief Car Junkie – I thought “fighter jet pilots” were supposed to lay off the hallucinogens.
Common Sense Guy
@ Ryan
the Koenigsegg CCX can be beaten by HEAPS of cars, why the hell would you spend over $500,000 to get a car that can be beaten by something worth less then $100,000? seriously, you need to think of things before you post. and, well, you need to rethink the kind of car you want… Sure, the thing’s great for show, and the occasional spin, but that’s it, it’s impractical for road-use, no matter where in the world you are.
This is my dream car!!! $545,ooo
Supercharged v8 engine
806 hp
0-60 in 3.2 sec.
245mph
this car is something. this car is one of they best things Europe have made. this car is also one of they 2-3 great things sweden have made. there is this one and then there is a swedish apple and pear cider with 4,6 or 4,7% alcohol.
yeah ok carjunkie you dont have either of those cars, your annual salary couldnt even afford the insurance on a BMW
WOW! A koenigsegg and a Veyron!
Hi, im currently a fighter jet pilot, and a proud owner of the CCX and the Bugatti Veyron. Im sort of jumbled up here, i race my CCX and it’s top speed from what I’ve got it to is 259 mph. I also race my Veyron and unfortunately, i thought I was going to own the fastest car in the world that is street legal, but i did research and found out about this car. So i went and bought it. I’m just stumbling over the fact that you said 245 mph, because it’s true top speed is 259 mph.
Thanks, Chief CarJunkie