Bugatti W16 Mistral
The ultimate open-top swansong for Bugatti's legendary W16 engine.
- Power
- 1,578 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 2.3 s
- Top speed
- 261 mph
- Est. value
- $8.3m–$10m
- #15 in fastest cars by top speed
- #17 in most powerful cars
- #17 in quickest cars from 0–60 mph
- #26 in most valuable cars
About the Bugatti W16 Mistral
The Bugatti W16 Mistral serves as the final road-going application of the brand's iconic 8.0-litre quad-turbocharged W16 engine. Unveiled in 2022 and limited to just 99 units, it is a bespoke roadster that shares its 1,578 hp powertrain with the Chiron Super Sport 300+. While its standard top speed is electronically limited to 420 km/h, a specially developed World Record Car achieved 453.91 km/h (282 mph) in 2024, making it the world's fastest open-top production car. The design draws inspiration from the 1934 Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid, featuring a unique 'visor' windscreen and X-shaped taillights.
Bugatti W16 Mistral specs
The Bugatti W16 Mistral produces 1,578 bhp (1,177 kW) and 1,600 Nm (1,180 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 2.3 seconds and has a top speed of 261 mph (420 km/h).
| Make | Bugatti |
|---|---|
| Model | W16 Mistral |
| Trim | W16 Mistral |
| Years | 2024–2026 |
| Type | Hypercar |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | France |
| Production | About 99 built |
| Original price | About $5,000,000 when new |
| Engine | 8.0-litre quad-turbocharged W16 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 7,993 cc (8.0 litres) |
| Induction | Quad-turbocharged |
| Power | 1,578 bhp (1,177 kW) at 7,050 rpm |
| Torque | 1,600 Nm (1,180 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 2.3 s |
| Top speed | 261 mph (420 km/h) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,995 kg (4,398 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 791 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Bugatti W16 Mistral worth?
A typical Bugatti W16 Mistral is estimated to be worth $8,300,000 – $10,000,000 (about £6,190,000 – £7,460,000).
Its original price when new was about $5,000,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Bugatti W16 Mistral rarity in CarSpot
The Bugatti W16 Mistral is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Bugatti W16 Mistral fun facts
- The gear shifter is machined from a solid block of aluminium and features an amber insert containing Rembrandt Bugatti's 'dancing elephant' sculpture.
- In November 2024, the Mistral set a new world record for the fastest open-top production car, reaching 453.91 km/h (282.05 mph) at the Papenburg test track.
- The Mistral's name is derived from the cold, powerful wind that blows from the Rhône River valley through the Côte d'Azur in southern France.
