Jay Leno, car collector extraordinaire, took the Bugatti Mistral for a spin. At $5 million, and with all 99 unit sold, this open-top hypercar is power and precision combined.
The 4,359 pound Mistral is powered by Bugatti’s 8.0-liter W16 engine with four turbochargers generating 1,578 horsepower and 1,180 lb-ft. of torque. It handles like a Mazda MX-5 Miata, while still being able to hit 300 mph on the speedometer, with a 282 mph confirmed top speed, making the Mistral the fastest roadster ever built.
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A seven speed dual clutch transmission sends power to all four wheels. Leno loved the balance and precision. Donald Osborne, CEO of the Audrain Group and Leno’s co-driver, said it was intense acceleration. “It’s got presence.”
The Bugatti Mistral’s cockpit is all about performance, not comfort, for drivers who want an unfiltered driving experience. The 8.0-liter W16 engine behind the seats growls. With paddle shifters and leather, the interior is racecar intense and crafted, not like a Rolls-Royce, as Jay Leno pointed out.
Inspired by the 1930s Type 57 Grand Raid Usine, limited to 10 units, the Mistral is the first open top since the 2012 Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. The aerodynamics are a nod to the heritage while optimized for performance. As the last car to have the W16 engine, it precedes Bugatti’s move to a naturally aspirated 8.3-liter V16 for future models.
All 99 are sold, making the Mistral is a collector’s item and the ultimate expression of automotive engineering. Unmatched speed and exclusivity, it’s the last W16 engine, a fitting tribute to Bugatti’s legacy of power and precision.
