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2004 Koenigsegg CCR Overview

Otherworldly Performance

Bye-bye Ferrari and Lamborghini, the Koenigsegg CCR is devastatingly quick. But whats a Koenigsegg? Consider it the alternative supercar. When that Ferrari Enzo is starting to feel a little sluggish, Koenigsegg makes something a little more exciting to spice up the garage.

The Swedish boutique automakers top model dubbed the CCR (not for Credence Clearwater Revival), features everything from the previous CC8S except for a few styling details and an increase in performance.

The new cars side air intakes have been modified,

Getting bored with your Ferrari Enzo? Looking for something a bit faster and more unique? The Koenigsegg CCR is the car for you. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

while a unique headlight treatment sets the CCR apart. Koenigsegg has also added new front splitters for downforce, a revised the rear fascia and taillights, plus larger diameter brakes and a more powerful engine.

How much power? A mere 806-hp at

The CCRs high-revving 806-hp 4.7-L V8 engine gets a Swedish Lysholm twin-screw supercharger. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

6,900 rpm should get the job done, supported by an equally impressive 678 lb-ft of torque at 5,700 rpm. The high-revving 4.7-L V8 gets a Swedish Lysholm twin-screw supercharger for immediate response to throttle input, spinning it to a frenetic 7,600 rpm in the process.

The engine is managed by a specially developed Cima 6-speed gearbox incorporating an internal oil pump and oil cooler. The transmission

Due to the CCRs incredible power to weight ratio, it can go from zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 3.2 seconds before topping out at 242+ mph. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

is torque sensitive and makes use of a limited slip differential. The CCR can also be ordered with a sequential gearbox. An all-new titanium exhaust system helps to keep total curb weight down to a minimal 2,600 pounds.

Thats extremely light for a two-seat sports car with a removable hardtop, which is incidentally stowable within the 4.2 cubic feet front storage compartment. Its low mass is due to a body constructed of preimpregnated carbon fiber/Kevlar composite

With supercar know-how, Koenigsegg has brought the CCRs coefficient of drag down to a very impressive 0.297. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

and lightweight hard-foam sandwich reinforcements.

Overwhelming horsepower and torque levels combine with featherweight mass for an otherworldly 3.2 second zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) sprint. The standing quarter mile arrives in a mere 9 seconds at a blistering speed of 146 mph, while top speed is 242+ mph.

This high speed comes courtesy of an extremely slippery body shell and flat underbelly, plus venturi tunnels at the rear of car, resulting in a wind cheating Cd of 0.297.

Bringing things to an immediate halt are power assisted, ABS enhanced 362 by 32

The CCR isnt only about speed, the interior is equally impressive. (Photo: Koenigsegg Automotive)

mm vented discs front and rear, featuring 6-piston light alloy calipers. Braking from 62 mph (100 km/h), only 101.7 feet is needed for a complete stop.

The cars massive 255/35 R19 front and 335/30 R20 rear Michelin Pilot Sport 2 unidirectional tires with an asymmetric tread pattern are fitted to gorgeous magnesium alloy rims. They do as much to aid in braking as they grip the asphalt, helping the CCR achieve 1.3Gs on the 300 ft skid pad.

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