“S u p e r c a r s d o n ’ t c o m e m o r e s u p e r t h a n t h i s ! I t ’ s t h e f a s t e s t c a r w e ’ v e e v e r t e s t e d ! ” (Top Gear, Great Br i tain)

E x c i t e m e n t b e g i n s t h e m o m e n t o n e c a t c h e s a g l i m p s e o f l i g h t f l o w i n g

o v e r i t s s m o o t h , p o l i s h e d s u r f a c e . F r o m a d i s t a n c e o n e r e c o g n i z e s

t h e e x h i l a r a t i n g l i n e s a n d a g g r e s s i v e b e a u t y o f a K o e n i g s e g g .

Look at the flowing roofline for instance, the

large, beautifully curved windscreen and the short

eccentric rear. Every design element is inspired

by nature and by the functional beauty of animals.

The body is designed for perfect aerodynamics,

low weight and accessibility. When the front and

rear hoods are lifted, the entire chassis lies

open for easy inspection and maintenance.

This has been accomplished without compro-

mising the general ichthyomorphic design phi-

losophy of the Koenigsegg esthetics.

It was important to give the car a timeless and

unique shape while at the same time ensuring

a futuristic stance and aggressive attitude. The

lines and surfaces appear elegant and slippery,

shouting in a clear, universal language: ”I travel

at extreme speeds!” – even when stationary.

The body has a class leading, aerodynamic

design with a Cd value of 0.297. At the sides,

two large air inlet ducts feed the engine with

cooling air as well as improve downforce and

stability at high speeds.

“ A t 3 9 0 k m / h – w h a t y o u s e e i n f r o n t o f y o u i s a l r e a d y h i s t o r y ”

P r e s s t h e s t a r t e r b u t t o n a n d e n j o y t h e s y m p h o n y ; a g i a n t b r e a t h

t h r o u g h t h e c a r b o n f i b r e i n d u c t i o n t r u m p e t s , t h e h a m m e r i n g o f

p i s t o n s t h r o u g h t i t a n i u m ; t h e s o u n d o f f o r c e y e t t o u n l e a s h .

The Koenigsegg is alive and waiting to take

you into the realm of speed.... Reach up to

swing the door shut and be impressed by the

smooth arc the door describes, as it moves down-

ward and inward in a single, elegant motion.

Push the clutch pedal. Take hold of the tall,

turned metal gear lever and engage first gear.

Feed in the throttle and release the clutch pedal.

Increase the throttle more, and more... Within

3.2 seconds the speed is 100 km/h (62 mph).

In 10 seconds the speed is 217 km/h (135 mph)

and now is the time for true acceleration.

Thanks to efficient aerodynamic design

resulting in a low drag coefficient and a perfect

weight distribution, the car is very stable at high

speeds, a feature which also increases safety.

On a warm and sunny day perhaps you

prefer to drive roofless. No problem with the

Koenigsegg; the roof panel is easily detachable

and stores under the front hood.

The design of the seats combines comfortable everyday driving with excellent racing performance.Ergonomic engineers designed the carbonfibre seatshells and lined them with cushions made of thematerial Tempur, developed by NASA. Thismaterial conforms to the body resulting in ultimate seat comfort. They are adjustablein almost all directions to offer aperfect driving position. All surfaces in the cockpit are devoid of unnecessary obstructions.

Positioned on the steering column is a cluster which includes tachometer,LCD display and tell-tales. Typical for the Koenigsegg is the large, circularcentre control. The most frequently used controls such as safety button, starterbutton, light switches, window regulators, wing mirror adjustments etc arepositioned here. Buttons and knobs for climate control, traction, hazard and ride height are positioned above and below the centre control.

The gearbox is operated manually via theKoenigsegg developed shift mechanism, a clock-

work piece of fine mechanics, which allows thegearstick to be mounted on a ball in a socket.This practical and aesthetically attractive deviceprovides accurate feedback to the operator

and also alleviates the otherwise necessarygate-solution. The mechanism is light weight,

compact and easily adjustable to driverpreference. It also incorporates an elec-

tronic anti-theft device.

The five-spoked magnesium alloy wheelsare designed by Koenigsegg. Thanks to the spoke

design, brake cooling is very effective. An air duct onthe uprights leads the cooling air through the uprights and

into the brake discs. Centre nuts for mounting the wheels accentuatethe aesthetic purity and racing heritage. A safety-improvement featureis the big rim diameter – 20” rear and 18” front (19” on model CCR).They are shod with Michelin tyres specially developed for Koenigsegg.The large tyre dimensions give a comparatively large contact areaagainst the road – important for both braking and acceleration andallowing high cornering speeds thus avoiding any uncontrollable sliding.

“A c o n s i s t e n t b l e n d o f h e f t a n d d e f t n e s s , t h e K o e n i g s e g g r e q u i r e s a f i r m , g u i d i n g

h a n d , b u t r e w a r d s w i t h s u r p r i s i n g s e n s i t i v i t y a n d p r e c i s i o n ” (evo magazine, Great Br i tain)

Driving is not just a question of accelerating and

braking. To be able to access the fantastic performance

potential, the road holding has been honed to per-

fection during many hours of test driving under hard

conditions on both road and track. This great hand-

ling to a large extent is the result of perfect weight

distribution (43/57% – f/r). Most of the car’s mass is

concentrated around the cockpit (engine, occupants,

fuel tanks and batteries) giving a low polar moment

of inertia and quick reaction to direction changes.

The large, but lightweight magnesium alloy wheels

shod with Michelin high performance tyres deve-

loped according to latest technology, provide large

friction areas. The lateral g-forces in a Koenigsegg

can be as high as 1.3 g, and this also contributes

to safe handling at high cornering speeds.

The unsprung weight is kept to a minimum to

gain perfect contact between tyre and road.

Therefore the rims are made of magnesium alloy

and the A-arms are of lightweight chrome molyb-

denum steel tubes. The minimum weight uprights

are of welded high grade steel and the construc-

tion includes internal cooling channels for the

bearings and brake discs.

W h e t h e r c r o s s i n g c o n t i n e n t s o r c l i p p i n g a p e x e s

o n t h e r a c e t r a c k , t h e s k i l f u l l y b a l a n c e d h a n d l i n g

a n d d e t a i l e d f e e d b a c k o f t h e K o e n i g s e g g ’ s r a c e -

b r e d s u s p e n s i o n w i l l d e f i n i t e l y b e a p p r e c i a t e d .

“ K o e n i g s e g g i s m y f a v o u r i t e s u p e r c a r ! Y o u j u s t w a n t m o r e a n d m o r e ! ” ( Jeremy Clarkson, Shoot- Out DVD)

” T h i s i s w i t h o u t a d o u b t t h e

m o s t a s t o n i s h i n g l y f a s t c a r I

h a v e e v e r d r i v e n ! F i v e s t a r s

o u t o f f i v e p o s s i b l e ! ”

(evo magazine, Great Br i tain)

T h e m o s t i m p o r t a n t p a r t o f t h e K o e n i g s e g g c h a s s i s i s t h e c a r b o n f i b r e

m o n o c o q u e . I n s p i r e d b y F o r m u l a 1 d e s i g n s , i t i s a v e r y l i g h t , y e t i m m e n s e l y

s t i f f s t r u c t u r e o n w h i c h t h e f r o n t a n d r e a r s u b f r a m e s a r e m o u n t e d .

” K o e n i g s e g g C C

k e e p s p u r e F 1

q u a l i t y c o n c e r n i n g

d e s i g n , m a t e r i a l

a n d f i n i s h .”

(Sportscar, Sweden)

The monocoque is handmade and consists of

21 layers of carbon fibre with honeycomb in

between. Thanks to the use of carbon fibre,

the weight of the chassis module is only 62 kg

(136 lb.) and the torsional stiffness is 28.100

Nm/degree. The monocoque gives the driver

and passenger excellent protection and provides

greater rigidity than any competitor, which is

important for the car’s handling qualities.

It also incorporates four fuel tanks; two

behind the seats and one tank on each side of

the tub. This gives a perfect weight distribution

and a low polar moment of inertia, which also

benefits the handling.

A subframe is bolted to the front of the chassis

module. It is manufactured from lightweight

chrome molyb-

denum steel

tubes and contains

the power steering components,

wheel suspension unit, shock absorbers

with hydraulic lifting system etc.

A subframe is also bolted to the rear of the

chassis module. This unit includes the entire

drivetrain, which is assembled separately. Its

main parts are two large, milled aluminium

alloy brackets, which support the wishbones

and gearbox. The brackets are held in place by

chrome molybdenum steel rods, ensuring

perfect rigidity. This modular system has the

benefit of great accessibility, enabling quick

repairs and easy maintenance.

“ B o d y s t i f f n e s s c o m p a r e s f a v o r a b l y t o t h a t o f a g o o d q u a l i t y w r e n c h ” (Car and Dr iver, USA)

The monocoque roll-over bars are made of

reinforced carbonfibre laminate and are virtually

indestructible. These bars provide protection to

both driver and passenger in the event of a roll-

over accident and at the same time give the car a

significant appearance typical for Koenigsegg. The

dashboard also functions as a safety device and

is built of solid carbonfibre and Kevlar laminate.

Koenigsegg CC8S was one of the first supercars

to pass the new offset frontal and side impact

crash tests. The Swedish Autoliv crash-test centre

testified that the CC8S was one of the safest cars

they had ever tested. Passive safety measures

include airbag, ABS and Traction Control.

The brakes are exclusively developed by AP

Racing. These pure racing brakes are power assisted

and incorporate a state-of-the-art ABS

system from Bosch.

T h a n k s t o t h e c a r e f u l l y d e s i g n e d , v e r y s t i f f a n d r i g i d c o n s t r u c t i o n

o f t h e c a r b o n f i b r e c h a s s i s , t h e d r i v e r a n d p a s s e n g e r a r e

e f f e c t i v e l y s u r r o u n d e d a n d p r o t e c t e d i n t h e e v e n t o f a n i m p a c t .

The Koenigsegg CC8S is powered by a super-

charged 8 cylinder engine, specially developed

by the Koenigsegg engineering team. Its pure

racing performance is a result of power, torque

and low weight while still maintaining superb

drivability.

The CC8S’ engine is made of super light-

weight materials, e.g. aerospace specified alu-

minium alloy, titanium and carbonfibre. The

same company that supplies engine blocks to

some Formula 1 teams manufactures the cylinder

heads and blocks for Koenigsegg.

The engine delivers a smooth 655 hp at

6.800 rpm and 750 Nm of torque at 5.000

rpm. It is a state-of-the-art Quad Cam semi-

stressed V8 construction with a 4.7 litre cylinder

volume and 32 valves. The engine is equipped

with forged pistons and connecting rods built to

cope with great speeds during racing conditions.

An exceptionally high quality forged crankshaft

complements this.

The CC8S’ engine is fitted with carbonfibre

cam and front covers, which reduce overall

weight by about 12 kg compared to the same

parts manufactured in aluminium. The highly

efficient induction system is also made of car-

bonfibre; it is an advanced series of ducts and

boxes, organically shaped to maximize the flow

of air into the engine. The total weight of the

Koenigsegg CC8S’ engine is only 210 kg.

“ T h e K o e n i g s e g g C C s e c u r e d i t s p l a c e i n t h e h i s t o r y b o o k s w i t h a t o p

s p e e d o f 2 4 2 m i l e s p e r h o u r w h i c h w a s c a p t u r e d o n f i l m ” (Zero, Great Br i tain)

The air intake system

incorporates a large

centrifugal supercharger.

It is connected to a

custom-built intercooler

which lowers the charged

intake air temperature

from 150°C to 50°C.

A specially manufactured

dry-sump engine lubri-

cation system enables a

low frame position and subsequently a very low

centre of gravity. A unique Koenigsegg engineered

oil spray device provides efficient cooling for the

pistons, thus adding to the durability of the

engine. Direct coil-on-plug ignition and a fully

compliant OBD II computer system guarantees

low emission and fail-safe driving. Upon request, a

monitoring BoA with satellite link-up can be

installed, which is a great device for maintenan-

ce and service.

The exhaust system is made of stainless steel

(titanium on model CCR) and incorporates equal

length tube headers, which merge to collectors.

Integrated precat laminar flow merge to collectors,

effectively assisting the main metal catalytic con-

verters in reducing emissions to certifiable levels.

Model CCR has a specially developed Swedish

Lysholm double-screw compressor, which takes

the engine’s power output to the extreme peak

value of 806 hp at 6.900 rpm. The torque curve

also shows high values over a broad revolution

band with a peak value of 920 Nm

(678 ftlb) at 5.700 rpm.

Cima, the high quality Italian manufac-

turer, has utilized their long experience

in building racing gears for Ferrari

Formula 1 when constructing the

Koenigsegg transmission. It is equipped

with an internal oil pump for reliable lubri-

cation and a large external Setrab air-to-oil cooler,

necessary due to the immense engine power.

The final gear ratio is calculated to propel the

car close to 400 km/h (250 mph) at 7.300 rpm.

Koenigsegg also has engineered the unique

anti-roll bars, essential to get superb handling

qualities. They are operated by pushrods linked

to each top wishbone. The function of the anti-

roll bar can easily be altered just by changing

the cross-link to stiffer or softer ones.

T h e C i m a 6 - s p e e d m a n u a l / s e q u e n t i a l g e a r b o x , w h i c h i s o p t i m i s e d

f o r t h e K o e n i g s e g g C C 8 S a n d C C R , i s p r o b a b l y t h e s t r o n g e s t a n d

m o s t r e l i a b l e t r a n s a x l e g e a r b o x e v e r b u i l t f o r a m i d - e n g i n e d c a r .

I first came in contact with Koenigsegg at the

Paris motor show in 2000 when they exhibited a pre-

production version of the CC. I was immediately

attracted to the compact and efficient shape of

the car. It had no unnecessary gadgets, only those

truly needed for speed and high performance.

– What I really like is the chassis and suspension

layout. The long, double wishbones, which give

small camber deviation during travel, the ingenius

progressive anti-roll bar system, plus the fact that

everything is correctly placed from a weight

distribution viewpoint. The fuel tanks are centrally

placed maintaining perfect balance at all time.

The batteries are also centrally located in front of

the engine, giving a perfect mass center.

– High speed stability is among the best I have

tested. On the CC the aerodynamic pressure point

unusually is behind the mass centre of the car.

This makes it naturally more stable the faster it is

driven. Most of today’s mid-engined supercars

have huge air intakes and outlets at the front of

the car, making them nervous at high speed.

Directional stability during braking is superb.

Vertical control of the body is unmatched by anyT h e v a s t l y e x p e r i e n c e d

t e s t d r i v e r L o r i s B i c o c c h i

h a s b e e n a n i n t e g r a l p a r t

i n o p t i m i s i n g a n d d e v e l o -

p i n g t h e K o e n i g s e g g .

H e r e a r e h i s c o m m e n t s . . . .

competitor, resulting in a feeling that the car is

sucked to the ground even when driving over

bumpy surfaces.

– I have spent a lot of time optimizing the

comfort of this thoroughbred. The suspension is

not only compliant and supple, but also firm during

cornering, acceleration and braking. To me it is an

excellent design compromise. Even potholes will

not upset the car.

– The ABS system is very much on the sporty

side. It locks with some slip through the whole

process, making it very efficient. For a supercar I

think it is correct strategy not to make the ABS too

intrusive yet still allow the driver braking control

instead of letting the ABS take over too early.

– The steering is well balanced for my liking with

a fantastic center point with no lash. The engine’s

power is smooth and safe, especially considering the

very high power output.

– My overall impression of the CC is that the car

deserves recognition as one of the most competent

road cars ever produced.

Loris Bicocchi, Official test driver for Koenigsegg

Warranty• Two years limited mechanical warranty.• Ten years corrosion waranty.

Service• Full factory and retailer support.• Retailers provide in-house service in the USA,

Europe and the Middle East.• Koenigsegg has a flying mechanic on stand-by.

Education• Three days of high performance driving

instruction with safety and technical education included.

K o e n i g s e g g

c u s t o m e r c a r e

a n d s e r v i c eT h e s h o w m u s t g o o n . . . .

The Koenigsegg factory is situated in a large modern fighter jet facility with

adjacent testtrack/landing strip in Ängelholm in southern Sweden. The building

is virtually new and adapted to Koenigsegg’s needs and specification. It was

originally used to house and service Swedish Fighter Jets Squadron No. 1.

The facilities are very suitable for assembly and development and provide a

testtrack for both fun and serious test driving. As the factory is situated close

to the airstrip, visitors who travel by air can virtually land outside the door

and there is even a helipad in very close vicinity.

The Fighter Jet Squadron used the image of a ghost as its symbol.

It has therefore been decided that all extreme versions of

Koenigsegg cars should have the same ghost symbol to

honour the Squadron and link the car to the fighter jet’s

high tech and spirit.

– W e a r e h e r e b e c a u s e w e a r e g e n u i n e .

– W e a r e h e r e b e c a u s e w e b e l i e v e .

– W e a r e h e r e b e c a u s e w e w a n t t o

d e l i v e r s o m e t h i n g m o r e u n i q u e t o y o u . . . .

– S o m e t h i n g m o r e t h a n m o n e y c a n b u y .

– S o m e t h i n g m o r e p r e c i o u s

t h a t g o e s b e y o n d t h e v a l u e o f i t s p a r t s .

– S o m e t h i n g f a s t e r , s t r o n g e r ,

l i g h t e r , m o r e p e r f e c t a n d r e f i n e d .

– S o m e t h i n g l i k e t h e K o e n i g s e g g C C !

E n j o y !

Koenigsegg models CC8S and CCR are cars uniquely tailored for the individual

who appreciates exclusivity and who dares to go beyond traditional boundaries.

The cars are developed and manufactured in quality conscious Sweden

by people driven by the passion to create the ultimate supercar. The harsh

winter climate experienced in Sweden has perhaps contributed to the interior

design being very welcoming to both driver and passenger and offering

warmth and comfort at every drive.

Cutting edge racing technology beneath a handmade cover of carbonfibre

ensures breathtaking performance. In 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S was appointed

the world’s most powerful production car by Guinness Book of World Records.

The whole team are proud to bring you Koenigsegg CC8S and the latest

evolution, Koenigsegg CCR.

Christian von Koenigsegg

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