However, Bugatti says the Chiron, which can go from 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and 0-300 km/h in 13.6 seconds, will “significantly exceed” the speed record for a car made for the non-racing public.

With 1,500 horsepower, the Bugatti Chiron uses an 8.0-litre W-16 engine to shoot from a standstill to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, and to 300 km/h in 13.6 seconds.