DecodedCars2023 Bugatti Chiron
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 8.0L 16-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 11 combined · 9 city / 14 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 11 MPG combined, 41% below the 2023 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Bugatti Chiron is a two seaters offered with a 8.0L 16-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 11 MPG combined (9 city / 14 highway), 41% worse than the 2023 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $7,450 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Chiron — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Chiron →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiron | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 9 / 14 / 11 | -41% | $7,450 | 840 |
| Chiron Pur Sport | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 8 / 11 / 9 | -52% | $9,150 | 979 |
| Chiron Super Sport | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 8 / 11 / 9 | -52% | $9,150 | 979 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Bugatti Chiron.
Recalls (2)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 9, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V096000 · 156 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2016-2023 Bugatti Chiron vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts, and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 1, 2024. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR036.
Wheels › Rim · May 31, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V388000 · 1 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti (Bugatti) is recalling one 2023 Chiron Super Sport vehicle. The incorrect wheels were installed on the vehicle.
- Risk
- When driving in Top Speed Mode, the incorrect wheels may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the wheels with Chiron Super Sport homologated RIMS and brand-new tires, valves and sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545.
Not every 2023 Bugatti Chiron is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2023 Bugatti Chiron in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2023 Bugatti Chiron buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Bugatti Chiron. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Chiron years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Chiron | 9 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bugatti. How we calculate this →